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Fingers That Bend Backwards: Boutonniere Deformity
Boutonniere deformity is a condition of the hand characterized by an abnormal finger position in which the middle joint bends downward while the end of the finger bends backward. This deformity affects the finger joints, particularly the proximal interphalangeal joint and the distal interphalangeal joint, disrupting normal finger alignment and function. The finger joints rely on a coordinated system of tendons, ligaments, and bones to provide smooth motion and stability. Boutonniere deformity most commonly occurs when the central slip of the extensor tendon is injured. The...
Tibial Plateau Fractures: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
A tibial plateau fracture is a serious injury commonly observed in athletes. It refers to a crack or breaks in the upper portion of the tibia, or shinbone. The tibial plateau is divided into the medial and lateral condyles, with the lateral plateau more commonly involved in certain fracture types. This injury is also known as a proximal tibial fracture. The tibial plateau forms the uppermost part of the bone that attaches to the knee joint. It has a honeycomb-like structure and is relatively softer than the remaining shinbone. These fractures are often accompanied by damage to...
Femoral Shaft Fracture: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Femur, the thighbone, is the strongest, longest and heaviest bone in the human body. The straight part of the femur is called the shaft. A femoral shaft fracture is a break that occurs along this long, central portion of the thighbone. These fractures are typically the result of high-energy trauma, such as motor vehicle accidents, falls from significant heights, or sports-related injuries. Not all femoral shaft fractures are caused by such dramatic events. In older adults, low energy trauma—like a simple fall from standing height—can lead to shaft fractures,...
Five Orthopedic Practices in Dallas Unify as OrthoTexas
DALLAS, TEXAS – (June 3, 2026) – All-Star Orthopaedics, AOA Orthopedic Specialists, North Texas Orthopedics & Spine Center, Orthopedic Associates and OrthoTexas have announced plans to unite under a single shared identity and operate collectively as OrthoTexas beginning in November 2026. The transition will create a newly integrated orthopedic and spine organization spanning more than 70 physicians and 22 locations across the Dallas-Fort Worth region, forming one of the largest independent musculoskeletal practices in Texas. The new OrthoTexas organization represents the...
Comprehensive Orthopedic Treatment for Plantar Fibroma
Plantar fibromatosis is a rare medical disorder marked by the growth of benign tumors under the foot. These tumor-like nodules, known as plantar fibromas, are noncancerous and do not pose a serious health threat, though they may cause discomfort. They develop on the underside of the foot, or plantar surface. The heel is connected to the bottom of the foot by a band of connective tissue called the plantar fascia. The superficial plantar aponeurosis is the fibrous tissue where these nodules typically develop, and the outermost layer of the entire plantar fascia. The tumors grow...
