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Bennett’s Fracture
Bennet’s fracture can be defined as a crack or break in the first carpometacarpal joint at the base of the thumb. This is the point where the metacarpal bone of the thumb meets one of the eight carpal bones, trapezium, that forms the wrist. The cartilage that covers it helps in the extensive movement of the thumb and maintains joint stability. In most cases, Bennet’s fracture causes this ligament to get detached from the bones, leading to a dislocation of the carpometacarpal joint. If not treated properly, the injury may result in loss of functionality, thumb weakness and the...
Hip Dislocation
Hip Dislocation is a traumatic injury that occurs when the top rounded part of the femur moves out of the pelvic socket known as acetabulum. The injury mainly occurs due to high impact car accidents. If not treated immediately, it may cease the blood supply to the top of the thigh bone, leading to permanent damage. In most cases, Hip Dislocation also involves injury to the ligaments, muscles, labrum, soft tissues and nerves in the joint. Hip Dislocation may be classified as: Anterior Dislocation: This involves forward rotation of the leg with the hip slightly bent. Posterior...
Congenital Scoliosis
Congenital Scoliosis can be defined as a sideways curvature of the spine due to a deformity present at birth. This means that the child’s spinal cord did not develop properly doing the initial four to five months of fetal growth. The condition is characterized by a twisted or rotated spine, which usually resembles the letter ‘C’ or ‘S’. Though the deformity is innate, the symptoms may not become apparent until the child attains adolescence. Causes One or more of the spinal vertebrae may form partially or completely fail to develop Bones may not get separated as they should be...
Femoral Fracture
The femur or thigh bone is the longest bone in the human body which begins near the hip and extends straight to the knee. A break/crack or displacement along the straight part of the femur (known as femoral shaft) is termed as Femoral Fracture. The injury can be classified into: Displaced Fracture - It involves change in alignment of a part of the bone Open Fracture - A bone may break and protrude out of the skin. Such fractures may cause damage to the surrounding muscles, ligaments, tendons etc. and can also lead to infections Closed Fracture - It involves breaking of the...
Ankle Arthritis: Causes, Symptoms And Treatment
The ankle, or the tibiotalar joint, connects the leg and foot. It comprises of various bones, muscles, blood vessels, tendons and ligaments. The joint bears maximum body weight, helps maintain body balance and absorbs external shocks while running, standing and walking. The bones are protected by a thick cartilage which prevents them from rubbing against each other. Ankle Arthritis is characterized by damage or gradual wearing out of this cartilage. Listed below are the different types of Arthritis that may affect the ankle joint: Rheumatoid Arthritis - It is a chronic...
