What is a Sternocleidomastoid Syndrome? Sternocleidomastoid Syndrome, also known as SCM Syndrome, is a condition characterized by pain and discomfort in the neck and head region, caused by the dysfunction or overuse of the sternocleidomastoid muscle. This muscle is located on either side of the neck and plays a crucial role in the movement of…
What is Crutch Paralysis? What causes Crutch Paralysis? What are the symptoms of Crutch Paralysis? How can Crutch Paralysis affect children? What are Crutch Paralysis treatments? FAQs
What is a Acetabular Protrusion? Acetabular protrusion, also known as acetabular overcoverage or protrusio acetabuli, is a condition involving the hip joint. It is characterized by the abnormal extension or protrusion of the acetabulum, which is the cup-shaped socket of the hip joint, into the pelvic cavity. Cause of Acetabular Protrusion Sign and Symptom Classification…
Coxa profunda refers to a medical condition involving the hip joint. Specifically, it is a term used to describe an abnormal increase in the depth of the acetabulum, which is the socket of the hip joint that articulates with the femoral head (the “ball” part of the hip joint). In a normal hip joint, the…
What is a Coxa Plana? The flattening of the femoral head epiphysis is known as coxa plana, and it is linked to a number of skeletal conditions, including Legg-Calvé-Perthes disease. Causes of Coxa Plana Symptoms Treatment of Coxa Plana Conservative treatment Surgical Treatment Summary FAQs
What is Coxa Magna? Coxa magna is a medical term used to describe an enlargement or hypertrophy of the hip joint’s femoral head (the ball-shaped part of the femur bone) and neck. “Coxa” refers to the hip, while “magna” means large or great in Latin. Coxa magna can occur as a congenital condition, meaning it…
Achilles tendon rupture is a condition where the Achilles tendon, which connects the calf muscles to the heel bone, tears partially or completely. It is a relatively common injury, particularly among athletes and individuals involved in sports that require sudden bursts of acceleration or jumping. What is an Achilles tendon rupture? How common are ruptured…
What is vertebral artery dissection? Vertebral artery dissection is a condition that involves a tear in the inner lining of the vertebral artery, one of the major blood vessels in the neck. The vertebral arteries are traveling to the brain for supplying blood to the brain. When a dissection occurs, blood can leak into the…
A Thoracic Lumbar Sacral Orthosis (TLSO) is a type of medical device used to support and stabilize the spine in the thoracic, lumbar, and sacral regions. It is commonly prescribed for individuals who have experienced spinal injuries, have undergone spinal surgery, or have certain medical conditions affecting the spine. Common back braces include: Thoracolumbosacral orthosis…
Botulism (Clostridium Botulinum) What is botulism (Clostridium botulinum)? What happens if you get Clostridium botulinum? Foodborne botulism Other sources of foodborne botulism involve: Infant botulism Wound botulism Iatrogenic botulism Adult intestinal toxemia botulism How common is botulism? What are the signs or symptoms of botulism (Clostridium botulinum)? Symptoms of infant botulism can involve: Symptoms involve:…
