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Acromioclavicular Joint Separation
The acromioclavicular (AC) joint is the point where the clavicle (collar bone) meets the acromion (shoulder blade). Injury to the ligaments that support this joint and connect these two bones is referred to as Acromioclavicular Joint Separation. The two main ligaments that may be affected are the acromioclavicular (AC) ligament and the coracoclavicular (CC) ligament. The injury can range from mild to severe depending on the extent of damage to the ligament and bones. Mild injuries involve slight stretching of the ligaments whereas severe injuries witness complete tearing of...
Sesamoiditis: Causes, Symptoms And Treatment
Sesamoids are bones that are attached and supported by tendons. They remain embedded in the muscles and provide a smooth gliding surface for the tendons to move above them. Sesamoiditis is an orthopedic condition characterized by inflammation of the tendons near two small-sized sesamoids located in the forefoot. These bones are about the size of a corn kernel and work to support the toes while weight-bearing. Sesamoiditis is a type of Tendinitis and is most commonly seen in runners, baseball catchers as well as ballet dancers. Causes Repeated movements that stress the foot...
Kienböcks Disease
Kienböcks Disease, also known as Avascular Necrosis Of The Lunate, is a medical condition in which the blood supply to the lunate bone in the wrist joint is disrupted. The condition may also lead to the death of the bone. Lunate is an important bone that provides support and assists in the movement of the joint. Damage to this bone can cause pain, stiffness and if left untreated, may lead to the development of Arthritis. Causes A fall on the wrist/outstretched hand can cause trauma to the joint and cease the blood flow The lunate is supplied blood by two arteries but in some...
Pigmented Villonodular Synovitis
Pigmented Villonodular Synovitis (PVNS) is a medical condition that refers to the thickening of the synovial membrane. The membrane is a thin slippery layer of tissue that lines the cartilage and helps in lubrication as well as the smooth movement of the joints. The condition causes the synovium to secrete extra fluids which eventually leads to swelling and hinders the movement of the joint. The overgrowth of the tissues forms a tumor but is not cancerous. PVNS may affect one or more joints of the body and is most commonly observed in the knee, hip, elbow, ankle as well as the...
Dupuytren’s Contracture: Causes, Symptoms And Treatment
Dupuytren’s Contracture is a physical disorder of the hands which restricts complete straightening of the fingers. The tissue layer beneath the skin may get thickened into clots which pulls the fingers towards the palm. The condition may have a severe effect on the day-to-day activities of the patient, such as lifting objects. Also, known as Viking’s Disease, it is most commonly observed in the ring and little finger. The disorder has a slow level of progression and often does not cause any serious problems. Causes Hereditary factors Excessive alcohol consumption may be a...
