Disease, Orthopaedic, PRIME YEARS
Introduction Introductory statement, definition & epidemiology Sports injuries are injuries that happen when playing sports or exercising. Some are from accidents. Others can result from poor training practices or improper gear. Some people get injured when they are not in proper condition. Not warming up or stretching enough before you …
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Disease, Orthopaedic, PRIME YEARS
Introduction The heel bone is the largest bone in the foot and absorbs the most amount of shock and pressure. A heel spur is a hook of bone that can form on the heel bone of the foot. Heel spurs are associated with plantar fasciitis. Heel spurs can cause extreme …
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Disease, Orthopaedic, PRIME YEARS
Introduction Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is due to excessive repetitive movements of the arms, wrists or hands. These excessive repetitive movements can cause injuries that could become chronic conditions. It is a common work-related injury. It is common because at work many people use forceful or repetitive hand movements. What is …
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Disease, Orthopaedic, PRIME YEARS
Introduction Osteoporosis is defined as a systemic skeletal disease characterised by weak and brittle bone tissue, with a consequent increase in bone fragility and susceptibility to fracture. Sometimes the bones can become so brittle that activities like bending over, lifting a vacuum cleaner or coughing can cause a fracture. Osteoporosis …
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Disease, Orthopaedic, PRIME YEARS
Introduction A fracture occurs when there is a crack or break in a bone. It occurs when the bone cannot withstand the pressure that is applied to it. What are the types of fractures? There are several types of fracture : Close fracture – fracture with no skin breakage or …
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Disease, Orthopaedic, PRIME YEARS
Introduction Trigger finger is a condition when one of your finger catches in a bent position. Your finger may straighten with a snap. The snap is similar to a trigger being pulled and released. In severe cases of trigger finger, your finger may become locked in a bent position. It …
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Disease, Orthopaedic, PRIME YEARS
Introduction A joint is formed by the ends of two or more bones which are connected by thick tissues. For example, your knee joint is formed by the lower leg bone, called the tibia or shin bone, and your thighbone, called the femur. Your hip is a ball and socket …
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Orthopaedic
Introduction Osteoarthritis is a disease affecting the cartilage of a joint that is caused by injury or wear and tear of the joints over the years. It is the most common type of arthritis. Cartilage is the slippery tissue that covers the ends of bones in a joint. Healthy cartilage …
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Disease, Orthopaedic, PRIME YEARS
Introduction Like any other injured tissues in the body, an injured (fractured bone) can heal. Bone is unique as it can regenerate itself and forms new bone during the healing process. What are the steps in bone healing? There are 4 basic steps that are overlapping with each other when …
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