Definition Bayonet deformity is a term used for wrist deformity which is commonly seen in some serious wrist-related injuries. It looks like the shape of a fork, so it is also called a dinner fork deformity. It can be seen secondary to a prominent distal ulna as a result of dorsal subluxation. This deformity is…
What is a Clubfoot? Clubfoot describes a range of foot abnormalities generally present at birth (congenital) in which the baby’s foot is twisted out of shape or position. In clubfoot, the tissues incorporating the muscles into the bone (tendons) are shorter than normal. Clubfoot is a fairly normal birth defect and is generally an isolated…
Description A Hill-Sachs deformity is an osseous defect or “dent” of the postero-supero-lateral humeral head that happens in alliance with anterior instability or dislocation of the glenohumeral joint. It was first explained by two different radiologists by the name HA Hill and MD Sachs in 1940. This deformity is brought about by an anterior shoulder…
Description Madelung’s deformity is an abnormality of the palmer ulnar part of the distal radial epiphysis in which progressive ulnar and volar tilt develops at the distal ulna. First described by Bt Malgaigne in 1855 and later by Madelung in 1878. Though congenital, it is obvious until late childhood and adolescence. It is a rare…
Description Toe deformities are frequent problems that happen due to abnormal positioning of the foot bones, insufficient biomechanics, and diseases like arthritis affecting the bones and tissues of the foot. Toe deformities not only influence the alignment of the bones, joints, and tissues in the foot but can also influence the alignment of the weight-bearing…
What is a Hallux Valgus foot? Hallux valgus is the most common deformity of the forefoot and great toe.It can be defined as the lateral deviation of the great toe.It is most commonly seen in women as compared to men (women 33%> men13%) and elderly people (35.5)It is common in people with flat feet and…
What is the condition of microcephaly? Microcephaly is a condition where a baby’s head is much lessened than expected. During pregnancy, a baby’s head grows because the baby’s brain grows. Microcephaly can happen because a baby’s brain has not developed properly during pregnancy or has stopped growing after birth, which results in smaller head size….
What is mixed cerebral palsy? Mixed cerebral palsy happens when a child exhibits symptoms of more than one type of cerebral palsy. Children diagnosed with mixed type cerebral palsy have sustained an injury to the motor control centers in several parts of the brain. A child’s impairments can fall into both categories, spastic and non-spastic,…
What is Athetoid/Dyskinetic cerebral palsy? Athetoid cerebral palsy also called dyskinetic cerebral palsy, this is the second most common type. Intelligence is usually normal, yet muscle problems affect the whole body. Fragile or tight muscle tone causes random and uncontrolled body movements. The child will have difficulties walking, sitting, maintaining posture, and speaking clearly because…
What is Ataxic cerebral palsy? Ataxic cerebral palsy is one of three major types of cerebral palsy and is also the rarest. It causes a lack of coordination and balance and also affects depth perception. Treatments for ataxic cerebral palsy involve therapy and medication. Ataxic cerebral palsy is an infrequent type of cerebral palsy affecting…
