Arthroscopy: Understanding the Procedure and Conditions That Necessitate It
Arthroscopy is a minimally invasive surgical procedure used to diagnose and treat a wide range of joint conditions, injuries, and degenerative changes...
By Jordan
Category: Orthopedics
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PS Knee: Understanding Posterior Stabilized Knee Replacement
A 'PS knee' refers to a Posterior Stabilized (PS) total knee arthroplasty (TKA) design, an artificial knee joint used in replacement surgery to compen...
By Alex
Knee Ligaments: Anatomy, Function, and Common Injuries
The knee joint is stabilized by a crucial quartet of ligaments—the anterior and posterior cruciate ligaments (ACL, PCL) and the medial and lateral c...
By Alex
Male Q Angle: Definition, Measurement, Significance, and Management
The male Q angle is a measurement representing the knee joint's alignment and quadriceps pull, typically ranging from 10 to 14 degrees, crucial for lo...
By Hart
Annular Ligament: Function, Injuries, and Rehabilitation
The radius ligament of the elbow, properly known as the annular ligament, is a crucial fibrous band encircling the radial head, stabilizing it against...
By Jordan
Meniscectomy: Understanding the Procedure, Recovery, and Outlook
A meniscectomy is an orthopedic surgical procedure that partially removes damaged or torn meniscus tissue in the knee joint to alleviate pain and rest...
By Alex
Loose Elbow: Understanding Instability, Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
A "loose elbow" describes elbow instability, a condition where the elbow joint's bones move abnormally or excessively, leading to weakness o...
By Jordan
Dislocated Tibia (Knee Dislocation): Emergency Response, Medical Treatment, and Recovery
A dislocated tibia (knee dislocation) is a severe medical emergency that requires immediate professional medical intervention, including pain manageme...
By Alex
Fabella Knee Pain: Understanding Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment
Fabella knee pain describes discomfort specifically associated with the fabella, a small sesamoid bone at the back and outer knee, often due to irrita...
By Jordan
