Orthopedic Lexicon

The Baker's cyst, also known as a popliteal cyst, is a fluid-filled protrusion of the joint capsule in the area of the popliteal fossa. It often occurs as a result of knee joint disorders such as osteoarthritis or meniscus damage and can cause pain,…

Bone necrosis, medically referred to as osteonecrosis, describes the death of bone tissue due to disrupted blood supply. The condition can occur in any bone of the body, but often affects joint areas such as the hip, knee, or shoulder. Without…

Bursitis in the knee, also known as bursitis, is an inflammatory condition of the bursae in the knee joint. These fluid-filled cushions reduce friction between bones, tendons, and muscles. There are several bursae in the knee, the most commonly…

A cruciate ligament tear, medically referred to as a rupture of the cruciate ligament, is a common injury of the knee joint. It affects one of the two cruciate ligaments – the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) or the posterior cruciate ligament (PCL)…

Misalignments of the legs, such as knock-knees (genu valgum) and bowlegs (genu varum), are common observations in children. These deviations from the normal leg axis can be both physiological and pathological and affect the development and mobility…

The Haglund heel, also known as Haglund's exostosis or Haglund's syndrome, is a bony protrusion at the upper rear edge of the heel bone (calcaneus). This deformity often leads to pain and inflammation in the area of the Achilles tendon and the…

In hyaluronic acid therapy for the knee, hyaluronic acid is specifically injected into the knee joint. The treatment can be used for selected symptoms associated with knee osteoarthritis as part of an individually tailored treatment plan.

Inflammation of the knee joint, medically referred to as arthritis of the knee joint, is an inflammatory condition that affects the knee joint. It can be triggered by infections, autoimmune diseases, or overuse and leads to pain, swelling, and…

Knee osteoarthritis is a progressive change of the knee joint that can cause pain, stiffness, and movement limitations. An individually tailored treatment can help relieve symptoms and maintain the knee’s load-bearing capacity in everyday life for as…

Knee pain is a common symptom that can affect people of all ages. It can result from acute injuries, chronic conditions, or overuse. The knee joint is one of the largest and most complex joints in the human body, making it particularly susceptible to…

Patellar osteoarthritis, medically referred to as retropatellar osteoarthritis, is a specific form of osteoarthritis where the cartilage on the back of the kneecap (patella) is worn down. This condition leads to pain and movement restrictions in the…

X-legs (genu valgum) and O-legs (genu varum) are misalignments of the leg axis that can lead to uneven stress on the joints. These misalignments primarily affect the knee joint and can cause long-term pain, wear and tear, and restricted mobility.

An inner ligament tear, medically referred to as a rupture of the medial collateral ligament (MCL), is a common knee injury. The inner ligament stabilizes the inside of the knee and protects the joint from bending inward (valgus stress). This injury…

A meniscus tear, medically referred to as a rupture of the meniscus, is a common injury of the knee joint. The meniscus consists of two cartilage-like structures (medial and lateral meniscus) that serve as shock absorbers and stabilizers in the knee…

Osgood-Schlatter disease is a common condition in adolescents caused by overuse of the shinbone at the site of the patellar tendon attachment. It is classified as a growth disorder (osteochondrosis) and primarily affects physically active children…

Osteochondrosis dissecans (OD) is a joint disease in which a cartilage-bone fragment becomes detached. It primarily affects young, physically active individuals and often occurs in the knee joint, but can also affect other joints such as the ankle,…

Eine Patellaluxation bezeichnet das Herausspringen der Kniescheibe (Patella) aus ihrer natürlichen Position im Gleitlager des Oberschenkelknochens (Femur). Diese Verletzung tritt häufig bei jungen, aktiven Menschen auf und ist meist mit starken…

A patellar dislocation refers to the dislocation of the kneecap (patella) from its natural position in the femoral groove of the thigh bone (femur). This injury often occurs in young, active individuals and is usually associated with severe pain and…

Pes anserinus syndrome, also known as pes anserinus bursitis, is a painful inflammation of the bursa (bursa anserina) below the inner knee joint. It often occurs in individuals with overuse, misalignments, or overweight. Athletes, older people, or…

PRP therapy (platelet-rich plasma) is an innovative treatment method that uses the patient's own blood to support healing processes in the body. The blood is processed to isolate the platelet-rich plasma, which is then injected into the affected…

Arthrosis therapy includes a range of treatment approaches to alleviate symptoms and slow the progression of osteoarthritis. It is a degenerative joint disease characterized by the breakdown of cartilage tissue in the joints. The treatment aims to…

Therapeutic gymnastics is a form of movement therapy aimed at improving physical health and mobility. It is often used for rehabilitation after injuries, for treating chronic pain, and for preventing musculoskeletal disorders. Therapeutic gymnastics…