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 Wrist Dislocation? Wrist dislocation occurs when the bones of the wrist are forced out of their normal positions. It is usually caused by a sudden impact or a fall onto an outstretched hand. Wrist dislocations can vary in severity, ranging from a partial dislocation where the bones are partially displaced to a…
What is The Lumbar Spine Injury? Injuries to the lumbar spine are acute yet not life-threatening. Early treatment is the most main to the prognosis. The lumbar spine is found in the lower back under the thoracic and cervical divisions of the spine. It involves 5 (five) vertebrae known as L1 – L5. These lumbar…
What is an Anterior Knee Pain? Anterior knee pain, also known as patellofemoral pain syndrome, is a common condition characterized by pain and discomfort in the front of the knee. It primarily affects the area where the kneecap (patella) rests on the thigh bone (femur). This condition is often seen in physically active individuals, such…
Introduction: Hip subluxation refers to a partial or incomplete dislocation of the hip joint. In a healthy hip joint, the ball-shaped head of the femur (thigh bone) fits securely into the socket of the pelvis called the acetabulum. However, in cases of subluxation, the femoral head partially slips out of the acetabulum, causing instability and…
The treatment of disc herniation typically involves a combination of conservative measures and, in some cases, more invasive interventions. Conservative treatment options include rest, pain medication, physical therapy, and exercises to strengthen the core muscles. If conservative measures are ineffective, other treatments such as epidural steroid injections or surgical intervention may be considered. However, the…
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…
What is a Hip Dislocation? Hip dislocation is the femoral head displaced from the socket of the acetabulum. It is a ball-socket type joint. It is a significant traumatic and serious injury. A hip dislocation is a medical emergency. It causes acute pain and disables the leg until it’s corrected. It can other cause secondary…
Avascular necrosis, also known as osteonecrosis, is a condition characterized by the death of bone tissue due to a lack of blood supply. Avascular necrosis is a painful bone condition that worsens over time and can limit your mobility. It happens when something stops the blood supply to one of your bones. Broken bones, dislocated…
