PCL Buckling: Understanding Ligament Insufficiency, Symptoms, and Management
PCL buckling refers to an abnormal kinking or folding of the posterior cruciate ligament, often indicating laxity or insufficiency that can lead to kn...
By Hart
Category: Orthopedics
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Knee Injuries: Defining the Worst, Their Impact, and Recovery
Multi-ligament knee injuries, especially those with dislocation, and severe articular cartilage damage are generally considered the worst due to their...
By Jordan
Total Knee Replacement: Which Ligaments Are Cut, Preserved, and Why
During Total Knee Replacement (TKR), the ACL is almost always removed, the PCL is often sacrificed based on implant type, and the MCL and LCL are typi...
By Alex
Elbow Valgus Stress Test: Assessing Medial Collateral Ligament (UCL) Instability
The valgus stress test of the elbow assesses the integrity and stability of the medial collateral ligament (MCL) complex, primarily its anterior bundl...
By Alex
Thumb Range of Motion: Understanding Normal Movement and Influencing Factors
The thumb's normal range of motion, vital for dexterity, encompasses specific angular degrees for flexion, extension, abduction, adduction, and functi...
By Alex
SLAP Tear: Understanding, Diagnosis, Treatment, and Recovery
A SLAP tear's true 'worth' is defined by its profound impact on shoulder function and quality of life, necessitating comprehensive commitment to diagn...
By Hart
Knee Surgery: Success Rates, Influencing Factors, and Recovery
The success of knee surgeries varies significantly depending on the specific type of surgery, patient factors, and rehabilitation, with many procedure...
By Alex
Knee Replacement: Procedure, Recovery, Benefits, and Risks
A knee replacement involves surgically removing damaged bone and cartilage from the knee joint and replacing them with prosthetic components to allevi...
By Alex
Knee Supports: Types, Uses, and How to Choose the Right One
The best knee support is not universal but depends on individual needs, injury type, and activity level, with options ranging from mild compression sl...
By Alex
