Definition- Osteopetrosis is a bone disease that makes bones abnormally dense and prone to breakage (fracture). Researchers have described several major types of osteopetrosis, which are usually distinguished by their pattern of inheritance: autosomal dominant, autosomal recessive, or X-linked. Osteopetrosis (“marble bone disease”) is a descriptive term that refers to a group of rare, heritable…
DEFINATION : Haglund’s syndrome is a constellation of soft tissue and bony abnormalities and represents one cause of retro-calcaneal pain consisting of inflammation of the regional soft tissues, e.g., retro-calcaneal bursitis, superficial tendo Achilles bursitis, and thickening and/or inflammation of the Achilles tendon, associate Haglund’s syndrome is a cause of retrocalcaneal pain. The clinical diagnosis of…
Calcaneal Spur Sometimes Also Called Heel Spur is Commonly Seen In Back Side Of Heel, in Which Heel Bone Become Pain, Swelling And Outgrouth Of Bone Seen Also Called Calcification Of Bone. X-Ray Examination is Key Diagnostic Used By Almost All Doctor. Medical And Physiotherapy Treatment Are Useful. DEFINATION : A calcaneal spur, or commonly…
Everyone Feel Different Type Of Pain, But it is Difficult To Describe All Type Of Pain To Explain to Others, Sometimes There May Be More Than One Type Of Pain That is More Complex To Understand Pain. The Sensation Of Pain includes How Brain Recognize Or Understand Various Kinds Of Pain Through Joints, Muscles, Or…
Obesity define Obesity is a medical condition in which excess body fat has accumulated to the extent that it may have an adverse effect on health. It is defined by body mass index (BMI) and further evaluated in terms of fat distribution via the waist–hip ratio and total cardiovascular risk factors. It is the most…
What is Hamstring Strain? A hamstring strain also called a pulled hamstring occurs when one or more of these muscles gets over-stretched and leads to tear. Hamstring strains can be mild, with less pain and related symptom’s and short recovery time. Or, they can be moderate to severe and need surgery and require rest and…
Perthes disease is a rare childhood condition that affects the hip. It occurs when the blood supply to the rounded head of the femur (thighbone) is temporarily disrupted. Without an adequate blood supply, the bone cells die, a process called avasculaAlthough the term “disease” is still used, Perthes is really a complex process of stages…
What is Achilles Tendinitis? Causes of Achilles tendinitis: Symptoms of Achilles tendonitis: Diagnosing in Achilles tendonitis: Thompson Test : Differential Diagnoses in Achilles Tendinitis: Other conditions that may be considered include: Treatment Achilles tendonitis: Your doctor might suggest: Rest : Ice: Compression : Elevation : Surgical Treatment : One surgical method is called open repair:…
Juvenile arthritis (JA) is not a disease in itself. Also known as pediatric rheumatic disease, JA is an umbrella term used to describe the many autoimmune and inflammatory conditions or pediatric rheumatic diseases that can develop in children under the age of 16. Juvenile arthritis affects nearly 300,000 children in the United States. Although the…
Benign joint hypermobility syndrome means your joints are “looser” than normal. It’s typically referred to as being double-jointed. It is a common joint or muscle problem in children and young adults. Formerly known as benign hypermobility joint syndrome (BHJS), the condition can cause pain or discomfort after exercise. It’s usually not part of any disease….
