Sesamoids are bones that are attached to 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...
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...
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...
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...
Congenital Knee Dislocation (CDK) is a rare disorder that is present at the time of birth. It is a physical deformity that affects the alignment of the knee joint and may exist in isolation or could be a consequence of some musculoskeletal abnormality. It is...
