Trochlear dysplasia, also known as trochlear groove dysplasia or patellar dysplasia, is a condition characterized by an abnormality in the structure or alignment of the trochlea, which is the groove on the femur (thigh bone) that the patella (kneecap) slides along. This condition affects the stability and movement of the patella within the trochlear groove,…
Ankle impingement is characterized as ankle pain brought on by impingement in either the ANTERIOR (anterolateral and anteromedial) or the POSTERIOR (posteromedial) portions of the ankle. Tibiotalar (talocrural) joint serves as a point of reference for the pain’s location. In general, Anterior ankle impingement describes the trapping of structures at the tibiotalar joint’s anterior edge during terminal…
A flexor tendon rupture, or “jersey finger,” refers to the tendon that causes the fingertip to bend downward. Its term is derived from football players who have grabbed the jersey of an opponent who is attempting to flee. The finger, which is still attempting to bend and grab, unexpectedly straightens as the player struggles to…
What is a Heel Bursitis? Heel bursitis is a condition characterized by inflammation and swelling of the bursa located at the back of the heel. The bursa is a small fluid-filled sac that acts as a cushion between the bone and the surrounding tissues, such as tendons and muscles. Bursitis can occur in various joints…
When your body temperature increases over normal, you have a fever. Fever by itself is not a disease. Instead, it’s a sign of a variety of medical issues. A slight increase in body temperature can indicate that your immune system has been activated, usually to fight infection. Additionally, several drugs and immunizations may cause it…
OS trigonum syndrome, also known as posterior ankle impingement syndrome, is a condition characterized by pain and inflammation in the back of the ankle. It is caused by the presence of an extra bone called the os trigonum, which is located behind the talus bone in the foot. Three bones make up the actual ankle…
Tibial tubercle osteotomy (TTO) is a surgical procedure performed on the tibia bone in the lower leg. It involves making a controlled cut in the tibial tubercle, which is the bony prominence located on the front of the tibia, just below the knee joint. The tibial tubercle is the attachment site for the patellar tendon,…
What is Lateral Plantar Nerve? The distribution of the Lateral Plantar Nerve, also known as the External Plantar Nerve, is similar to that of the Ulnar Nerve in the Hand. It supplies the majority of the deep muscles as well as the skin of the fifth toe and the lateral portion of the fourth foot….
What is the Carr and Shepherd approach? Neurologically challenged patients are treated using the motor learning strategy created by Carr and Shepherd. This strategy is founded on the idea that, in the wake of brain or spinal cord damage, the brain is dynamic and capable of reorganization and adaptability. In order to achieve the best…
Reye’s syndrome is a rare but serious medical disease that mainly affects children and teenagers. It is characterized by the sudden onset of brain and liver dysfunction. The exact cause of Reye’s syndrome is not fully understood, but there is evidence to suggest that it may be triggered by certain viral infections, particularly influenza (flu)…
