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ACL Tear: Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment
The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is one of the four knee ligaments that provide support and stability to the joint. A sudden change in direction or pivot on a locked knee can cause the ACL to tear, thus, causing pain. The injury is most commonly seen in athletes who play basketball, soccer and football or sports requiring abrupt leg movements. Causes: Unexpected twisting: Sudden twisting or hyperextending the knee may tear the ACL. Rapid movements in certain sports: When the direction of the leg is rapidly changed with the foot firmly planted on the ground, it puts extreme...
Hip Fracture: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatments
The hip joint comprises of the femur (thigh bone) and the pelvic bone. Hip fracture occurs when there is a crack or break in the upper part of the femur. Also known as a proximal femoral fracture, the injury is more common among people above the age of 65 years. With increasing age, the bones start losing calcium and tend to become fragile, thereby, making the individual susceptible to a fracture. Causes: Sudden fall on a hard surface Motorcycle or car accident Injury caused by a sports activity Osteoporosis Deficiency of calcium and vitamin D Genetic factors Symptoms: Severe...
Shoulder Dislocation Causes, Symptoms And Treatment
The shoulder is a ball and socket joint that allows for upward, downward and rotational movement of the arm. The head of the humerus (arm bone) is the ball that fits into the socket (exterior part of the shoulder blade). Shoulder Dislocation occurs when the head of the humerus pops out of the socket. The condition is quite common due to the extensive range of motion of the shoulder joint. Causes: Fall on a hard surface Hard blow to the shoulder Motor vehicle accident Contact sports such as football and hockey Sports that involve falling from a height such as gymnastics and...
Orthopedic Injury: Rehabilitation Services at OrthoTexas
An orthopedic injury can be quite distressful and obstruct the normal functioning of the affected joint. Patients who have suffered an injury to the shoulder, neck, spine, knee, ankle or any other part of the musculoskeletal system need to undergo a comprehensive rehabilitation program to restore the range of motion of the injured joint. It also ensures a healthy and speedier recovery from the injury. Here are some of the techniques that might be included in rehabilitation for an orthopedic injury: Joint Mobilization: This procedure helps to reinstate the normal position of...
Treatment Of Bankart Lesion
Bankart Lesion can be defined as an injury to the anterior part of the labrum, the fibrous cartilage attached to the shoulder socket that helps to maintain the stability of the joint. It is usually caused due to subluxations of the glenohumeral joint. When this occurs, the shoulder is likely to suffer repetitive dislocations, causing further damage to other structures of the joint. The condition may either affect only the labrum (soft bankart) or involve the glenoid (bony bankart) as well. Causes Repetitive overhead activities Sports-related injuries Direct hit or impact at...
