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Extensor tendon lacerations are relatively common injuries and, when not treated appropriately, may result in a lasting impairment of hand function.[rx] Due to their superficial...

The Dislocation also called luxation, occurs when there is an abnormal separation in the joint, where two or more bones meet. A partial dislocation is referred to...

A joint dislocation, also called luxation, occurs when there is an abnormal separation in the joint, where two or more bones meet. A partial dislocation is referred...

Finger Joint Dislocation is a common hand injury. Finger dislocation can occur at the proximal interphalangeal (PIP), distal interphalangeal (DIP), or metacarpophalangeal (MCP) joints....

Three-dimensional (3D) C-arm computed tomography is a new and innovative imaging technique. It uses two-dimensional (2D) X-ray projections acquired with a flat-panel detector C-arm...

Shoulder pain is a common indication for visits to primary care or orthopedic clinic worldwide. The estimated prevalence of shoulder complaints is 7% to...

Adhesive Capsulitis, also known as frozen shoulder, is an inflammatory condition characterized by shoulder stiffness and pain. The American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons defines...

Glenohumeral Joint Instability encompasses both dislocation and subluxation events, and instability events commonly affect the general population. Approximately 1% to 2% of the general population...

Shoulder subluxation is defined as partial or incomplete dislocation of the glenohumeral joint or translation between the humeral head and glenoid fossa while the...

The shoulder is structurally and functionally complex as it is one of the most freely moveable areas in the human body due to the...

Radial Head Dislocation is uncommon. It most commonly presents as a partial dislocation or subluxation, also known as nursemaid’s elbow, seen in children. Complete...

What Is Elbow Trauma? /Elbow Trauma is a common entity in the acute care setting.  In general, these injuries encompass a vast array of...

Elbow Anterior Dislocations are rare due to the high force and position of the elbow necessary to cause this injury. Anterior elbow dislocations like...

Anterior Elbow Dislocations are rare due to the high force and position of the elbow necessary to cause this injury. Anterior elbow dislocations like...

Elbow Posterior Dislocation/A Posterior Elbow Dislocation often occurs when a person falls on an outstretched hand, posteriorly directed force at the elbow joint causes...

Supinator is a spiral muscle contained in the posterior compartment of the forearm, along with brachioradialis, and the superficial and deep forearm extensors. Supinator muscle curls around the proximal part...

Hand Abductor Pollicis Longus Muscle (APL) is the tendon of the first extensor compartment of the wrist. It helps in movement and stabilization of...

Abductor Pollicis Longus (APL) is the tendon of the first extensor compartment of the wrist. It helps in movement and stabilization of the thumb....

Nursemaid’s elbow, or “radial head subluxation” is a common injury in young children in which the radial head slips under the annular ligament resulting...

Radial Tunnel Syndrome refers to a rare compressive neuropathy of the posterior interosseous nerve (PIN) as it passes through the radial tunnel resulting in...