The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is one of the four knee ligaments that provide support and stability to the joint. A sudden change in direction or pivot on a locked knee can cause the ACL to tear, thus, causing pain. The injury is most commonly seen in athletes...
The hip joint comprises of the femur (thigh bone) and the pelvic bone. Hip fracture occurs when there is a crack or break in the upper part of the femur. Also known as a proximal femoral fracture, the injury is more common among people above the age of 65 years. With...
The shoulder is a ball and socket joint that allows for upward, downward and rotational movement of the arm. The head of the humerus (arm bone) is the ball that fits into the socket (exterior part of the shoulder blade). Shoulder Dislocation occurs when the head of...
An orthopedic injury can be quite distressful and obstruct the normal functioning of the affected joint. Patients who have suffered an injury to the shoulder, neck, spine, knee, ankle or any other part of the musculoskeletal system need to undergo a comprehensive...
Bankart Lesion can be defined as an injury to the anterior part of the labrum, the fibrous cartilage attached to the shoulder socket that helps to maintain the stability of the joint. It is usually caused due to subluxations of the glenohumeral joint. When this...
