Bones/Joints And Sports Injuries

In certain cases, surgery can significantly help back pain sufferers. For many, it can completely abolish the pain; for others, it can greatly reducing the level of pain suffered daily. But surgery is always a last resort, offered when conservative treatments have failed (unless there is an emergency indication for surgery). Back surgery has suffered […]

About 90 percent of people with acute low back problems will recover in one month. Sprains and strains of muscle and ligaments usually respond well to conservative treatment without any significant long-lasting effects. Mild pain does not justify surgery, and there’s little concern of irreversible changes occurring in the nerve. However, it is not uncommon for

Here are definitions of medical terms related to arthroscopy of the shoulder. Acromioclavicular joint: The joint between the top of the shoulder blade (acromion) and the collar bone (clavicle). Acromion: An extension of the shoulder blade that forms the highest point of the shoulder. It joins to the collarbone and is attached to the deltoid muscle at

Here are some reliable sources that can provide more information on arthroscopy of the shoulder. American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons  Phone: 847-823-7186 Phone: 800-346-AAOS Fax: 847-823-8125 Fax: 800-999-2939 http://www.aaos.org American Physical Therapy Association  Phone: 703-684-2782 Phone: 800-999-2782, ext. 3395 Fax: 703-683-7343 http://www.apta.org Arthritis Foundation  Phone: 404-872-7100 Phone: 800-283-7800 Arthritis Answers  http://www.arthritis.org Useful Web Sites Questions

Return to work will depend on your job and the procedure that was done. Generally: If you have a desk job, you could return to work within one week. Try to keep your foot elevated initially to prevent swelling. Get up for a short walk at least every hour for the first few weeks. If you

Here are some frequently asked questions related to arthroscopy of the knee. Q: What types of knee problems can arthroscopy help? A: Arthroscopy may help relieve problems of persistent pain, catching, or swelling in your knee due to meniscal tears, cruciate ligament injuries or loose bodies in the knee. Q: Why is my knee prone to injury? A: There

Here is a summary of the important facts and information related to arthroscopy of the knee. Arthroscopy is a surgical procedure that allows an orthopedic surgeon to see and operate inside a joint using a device called an arthroscope. The arthroscope is inserted through small incisions in the skin and has a tiny camera at

Here are definitions of medical terms related to arthroscopy of the knee. Menisci: cresent-shaped piece of tissue found in the knee joint. Ligament: fiborus bands that hold bones together in the joint region. Knee Joint: the juncture of the point of the femur and tibia.

Here are some reliable sources that can provide more information on arthroscopy of the knee. Extensive information for consumers on knee injuries and arthroscopic procedures is available at the Web site of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, http://www.aaos.org/ The University of Iowa Health Care Services offers an “Iowa Health Book” entitled “Knee Arthroscopy: A Patient

Arthroscopy is a procedure that allows an orthopedic surgeon to see and operate inside a joint using a device called an arthroscope. The arthroscope is inserted into the joint through a tiny incision in the skin. Arthroscopy is both a diagnostic and surgical procedure. An arthroscope is a pen-shaped instrument with a very small video camera

A number of conditions can cause shoulder pain. Diagnosis of shoulder pain begins with a history and a physical examination to discover: The location and nature of the pain and swelling Muscle strength If there is any limitations of movement Special diagnostic tests can then define the exact nature of the problem. X-rays can show arthritis,

Arthroscopy can be used to diagnose a problem in the shoulder when tests don’t give a definite answer as to what’s causing the problem. More commonly, however, it is used to treat and correct a number of problems in the shoulder, including: Shoulder dislocations and instability Torn rotator cuff Impingement syndrome (tendinitis and bursitis) Osteoarthritis