OCD Elbow: Understanding Osteochondritis Dissecans, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
OCD elbow refers to Osteochondritis Dissecans, a joint condition where a piece of bone and overlying cartilage in the elbow loses blood supply, potent...
By Hart
Category: Orthopedics
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Finger Joint Fusion (Arthrodesis): Procedure, Recovery, and Outcomes
Finger joint fusion, or arthrodesis, is a surgical procedure that permanently joins two bones in a finger joint, eliminating movement to relieve pain,...
By Jordan
Artificial Knee: Components, Materials, and Advancements
An artificial knee, or knee prosthesis, is primarily composed of advanced metals, highly durable plastics, and sometimes ceramics, meticulously engine...
By Hart
Knee Replacements: Unicompartmental, Total, and Revision Arthroplasty
Knee replacement surgery primarily involves three distinct types: Unicompartmental (Partial) Knee Arthroplasty, Total Knee Arthroplasty, and Complex/R...
By Hart
Arthroscopy: Identifying Meniscal Tears and Other Common Joint Injuries
The most common injury identified during arthroscopy, particularly of the knee joint, is a meniscal tear, which the procedure allows for direct visual...
By Jordan
PVNS: Non-Surgical Treatments, Management, and Targeted Therapies
Non-surgical treatments for Pigmented Villonodular Synovitis (PVNS) include conservative measures like rest and pain management, radiation therapy, an...
By Hart
Torn Meniscus: Repair Costs, Treatment Options, and Financial Considerations
The cost to repair a torn meniscus varies from a few hundred dollars for non-surgical options to $5,000-$20,000+ for surgery, influenced by treatment ...
By Hart
Artificial Hip: Attachment Procedures, Components, and Post-Operative Care
Artificial hips are attached via Total Hip Arthroplasty, a surgical procedure replacing damaged bone and cartilage with prosthetic components secured ...
By Hart
Ankle Surgery: Understanding Procedure Length and Recovery
The duration of ankle surgery varies significantly, from 30 minutes for minor arthroscopic procedures to over 4 hours for complex reconstructions or t...
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