Femoroacetabular Impingement (FAI) Syndrome: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Management
Femoroacetabular Impingement (FAI) syndrome is a hip condition where abnormal bone morphology causes painful premature contact between the femoral hea...
By Hart
Category: Orthopedics
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AC Joint Injuries: Understanding Healing, Types, Treatments, and Recovery
Most acromioclavicular (AC) joint injuries, especially lower-grade sprains, can heal effectively through conservative management and a structured reha...
By Jordan
Shoulder Subluxation: Immediate Sensations, Post-Injury Symptoms, and Prevention
A partial shoulder dislocation typically presents as sudden, sharp pain, a distinct 'pop' or 'clunk,' immediate weakness, and a feeling of instability...
By Hart
Tendon Transfers: Understanding How They Work, Why They're Performed, and Recovery
Tendon transfers are surgical procedures that re-route a healthy muscle's tendon to a new attachment point to restore lost movement, improve stability...
By Jordan
Artificial Knee Replacement: Running Post-Surgery, Risks, and Safe Alternatives
Running on an artificial knee is generally not recommended by most orthopedic surgeons due to high impact risks, but it may be possible for highly mot...
By Hart
Thumb Ligaments: Anatomy, Key Locations, Functions, and Common Injuries
Thumb ligaments are a complex network of connective tissues primarily located around the metacarpophalangeal (MCP) joint at the base of the thumb and ...
By Hart
Ankle Joint Replacement: Procedure, Indications, Recovery, and Benefits
Ankle joint replacement, or total ankle arthroplasty (TAA), is a surgical procedure that replaces damaged bone and cartilage with artificial prostheti...
By Alex
Drawer Test for Knee: Assessing ACL and PCL Ligament Injuries
The Drawer Test for the knee is a fundamental clinical orthopedic examination used to assess the integrity of the anterior and posterior cruciate liga...
By Jordan
Knee Braces: Types, Selection Factors, and Professional Guidance
Choosing the correct knee brace requires understanding your specific injury or condition, the activities you perform, the level of support needed, and...
By Hart
