What is a Lisfranc Injury? A Lisfranc injury involves damage to the midfoot, specifically the ligaments or bones connecting the forefoot and hindfoot. It can result from trauma, such as falls, sports injuries, or car accidents, leading to pain, swelling, and difficulty bearing weight. Early diagnosis and treatment are crucial to prevent complications like chronic…
Here is a complete list of common ligament injuries in the human body: Upper Body Spine Lower Body
What is a Scaphoid Fracture? A scaphoid fracture is a break in the scaphoid bone, a small, boat-shaped bone in the wrist, located near the base of the thumb. The scaphoid is the most commonly fractured carpal bone, and it is more likely to occur in young children and the elderly than in the distal…
Introduction Pyogenic Flexor Tenosynovitis (PFT) is a bacterial infection of the flexor tendon sheath in the hand, typically caused by Staphylococcus aureus. It results from penetrating trauma, bites, or hematogenous spread. The condition is characterized by Kanavel’s four cardinal signs: finger flexion at rest, fusiform swelling, tenderness along the tendon sheath, and pain with passive…
Definition The Jersey finger, often known as the “rugby finger,” is an avulsion of the flexor digitorum profundus tendon (FDP) from the distal phalanx (zone I), where it is inserted. The most often impacted is the ring finger. In the gripping posture, the ring finger protrudes the farthest, making it more susceptible to FDP avulsion,…
Introduction A finger dislocation occurs when the bones of a finger are forced out of their normal position, often due to a sudden impact, fall, or sports injury. It typically causes pain, swelling, deformity, and difficulty moving the finger. Prompt medical attention is crucial to realign the joint and prevent complications. A common hand injury…
Definition of Amputation: Amputation is the surgical removal of a limb or part of a limb, often performed to treat severe injury, infection, disease (such as diabetes or peripheral artery disease), or certain cancers. It can also be a result of traumatic events. Rehabilitation, including physical therapy and the use of prosthetics, plays a crucial…
Scapholunate dissociation is a wrist injury caused by a tear or dysfunction of the scapholunate ligament, leading to instability between the scaphoid and lunate bones. It commonly results from trauma, such as a fall on an outstretched hand, and can cause pain, weakness, and reduced grip strength. If untreated, it may lead to wrist arthritis….
What is an Intercostal Muscle Strain? Intercostal muscle strain refers to overstretch in the muscles located between the ribs. These muscles assist in breathing and torso movement. Pain can result from overuse, injury, poor posture, or conditions like inflammation or nerve irritation. Symptoms often include sharp or aching pain, worsened by movement or deep breathing….
What is Groin Strain? Types of groin strains: How common are groin strains? Symptoms of groin strain: Causes of groin strain: What does a groin strain feel like? Risk factors of groin strain: Diagnosis and Tests: How are groin strains diagnosed? Which examinations are used by medical professionals to identify groin strains? Management and Treatment:…
