What is Tarsul Tunnel Syndrome? Tarsal tunnel syndrome is condition in which posterior tibial nerve is compressed/Damaged in tarsal tunnel , is a part of ankle joint, narrow space is covered by with a thick ligament (the flexor retinaculum) that protects and maintains the structures contained within the tunnel—Nerves,arteries, veins and tendons. Anatomy Of Tarsal…
What is a Claw Hand Deformity? Claw hand deformity, also known as clawing of the hand or claw hand syndrome, is a condition characterized by the abnormal positioning of the fingers and hand, resulting in a claw-like appearance. This deformity is usually caused by the imbalance or dysfunction of muscles and tendons in the hand. The…
DEFINATION : CLASSIFICATION of OSTEOGENESIS IMPERFECTA : 1.) type I 2.) Type II 3.) Type III 4.) Type IV Variable but usually milder course; normal or near-normal lifespan Mild to moderate skeletal fragility and osteoporosis (more severe than type I) CAUSE OF OSTEOGENESIS IMPERFECTA :- DIFFERENTIAL DIAGNOSIS: The differential diagnosis for osteogenesis imperfecta can be…
DEFINATION OF PES ANSERINE BURSITIS : Pes Anserine bursitis, also known as intertendinous bursa, is an inflammatory condition of bursa of the conjoined insertion of the sartorius, gracilis and semitendinosus. We can locate this at the proximal medial aspect of the Knee, two inches below the medial knee joint line between the pes anserinus tendons….
definition-Rickets is a skeletal disorder that’s caused by a lack of vitamin D, calcium, or phosphate. These nutrients are important for the development of strong, healthy bones. People with rickets may have weak and soft bones, stunted growth, and, in severe cases, skeletal deformities. Cause- Rickets is a bone disorder caused by a deficiency of…
Definition: Peroneal tendonitis occurs when the peroneal tendons become inflamed. This happens when there is an increased load and overuse of the tendons, leading to them rubbing on the bone. Peroneal tendinitis is a condition that can be acute or become chronic (peroneal tendinopathy) whereby there is an irritation to one or both peroneal tendons…
Definition of Ankle Sprain : –An ankle sprain is an injury to the tough bands of tissue (ligaments) that surround and connect the bones of the leg to the foot. The injury typically happens when you accidentally twist or turn your ankle in an awkward way. This can stretch or tear the ligaments that hold…
Definition Baxter’s neuropathy is a nerve entrapment syndrome that results from the compression of the inferior calcaneal nerve. Selective fatty atrophy of the abductor digiti minimi muscle is the unique sign of this neuropathy. Baxter’s Entrapment is an entrapment (or compression) of the Inferior Calcaneal Nerve just under the base of the arch of the…
What is an Osteoma? An osteoma (plural: osteomata) is a new piece of bone usually growing on another piece of bone, typically the skull. It is a benign tumor. When the bone tumor grows on other bone it is known as homoplastic osteoma when it grows on other tissue it is called “heteroplastic osteoma What…
Bone cysts are fluid-filled spots that form in bone. Most go away on their own over time. Bone cysts are generally diagnosed through X-rays, often when a child is being seen for another condition. While there are often no symptoms, bone cysts can cause the bone to be weak enough to fracture when it otherwise…
