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DefinitionUnilateral pseudo-articulation is a congenital? spinal anomaly in which one transverse process (usually of L5) abnormally enlarges and forms a “false joint” (pseudo-articulation) with the sacral...
DefinitionUnilateral S1 radiculopathy? is a medical condition that affects the nerves in your lower back and legs. In simple terms, it can cause pain?, weakness?, and...
DefinitionUnilateral Sacral Radiculopathy? may sound complex, but we’re here to break it down into simple terms. It’s a condition that affects the lower back and legs,...
DefinitionUnilateral thoracic? radiculopathy? is a medical condition that affects the nerves in your thoracic spine, causing pain and discomfort. In this article, we’ll break down what...
DefinitionUnrelenting back pain? can be caused by a variety of factors, including injuries, arthritis?, nerve compression, or even underlying medical conditions. If the pain? is severe, persistent, and...
DefinitionThe upper limb examination is another skill to elicit neurological signs, such as nerve problems that supply the arms and hands. Patients may present with a...
DefinitionUpper thoracic? radiculopathy? is a medical condition that affects the nerves in the upper part of the spine. It can lead to various symptoms, including pain,...
DefinitionUpward displacement of the scapula usually means congenital? elevation of the scapula, which is most often called Sprengel deformity or Sprengel shoulder. In this condition, one...
DefinitionVarus elbow deformity means that the elbow is bent inward, so the forearm points toward the middle of the body instead of slightly away from it...
DefinitionVarus flexion deformity means that a joint is bent in two ways at the same time.“Varus” means the lower part of the leg (or bone) points...
DefinitionVascular Cauda Equina Syndrome is a form of cauda equina syndrome (CES) in which the nerve roots at the bottom of the spinal cord are damaged...
