Orthopedic Lexicon
This orthopedic guide provides you with concise and easy-to-understand information on orthopedic conditions, examinations, and therapies—from the foot and ankle through the knee and hip to the spine.
Use these filters to quickly look up, by body region and topic area, those articles that match your current symptoms. For an individual assessment and therapy planning, please schedule a personal appointment with us at the Orthopädiezentrum Wien.
Tendovaginitis
Tendovaginitis, medically referred to as tenosynovitis, is an inflammatory condition of the tendon sheath that surrounds the tendon and ensures its gliding ability. It often occurs in the hands, wrists, or forearms, but can also affect other body…
Tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis)
Tennis elbow, medically referred to as lateral epicondylitis, is a common condition where the tendon attachments of the forearm extensor muscles at the lateral (outer) epicondyle of the upper arm are inflamed or irritated. The condition often occurs…
Torn lateral ligament of the ankle
A lateral ligament tear (rupture of one or more lateral ligaments) is a common injury of the ankle joint, which occurs especially in sports with rapid changes of direction or uncontrolled movements. This injury often leads to pain, swelling, and…
Traumatology
Traumatology is a specialized field of medicine that deals with the diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of injuries and wounds. These can be caused by accidents, acts of violence, or other traumas. The goal of traumatology is to restore the…
Trigger finger
Trigger finger, medically known as stenosing tenosynovitis, is a common condition caused by inflammation or thickening of the flexor tendons in the fingers or the thumb tendon. The tendons no longer glide smoothly through the tendon sheath (pulleys),…
Tumor in orthopedics
Tumors in orthopedics include benign and malignant neoplasms that can arise in bones, joints, or soft tissues of the musculoskeletal system. These conditions are rare but require careful diagnosis and treatment, as they can have significant impacts…
Ulnar nerve sulcus syndrome (elbow tingling)
The ulnar nerve sulcus syndrome, colloquially known as elbow tingling, is a common nerve compression disorder where the ulnar nerve is constricted in the area of the elbow (sulcus nervi ulnaris). This compression leads to abnormal sensations, pain,…
Vertebral fracture
A vertebral fracture or vertebral fracture refers to a fracture of one or more vertebral bodies of the spine. This injury can be caused by acute trauma, such as falls or traffic accidents, or by pathological processes such as osteoporosis or tumors.…
Wrist (TFCC) disc injury (Discus triangularis lesion)
A TFCC disc injury, also known as a triangular fibrocartilage complex lesion, affects the triangular fibrocartilage complex (TFCC) in the wrist. This structure consists of fibrocartilage and ligaments and is located between the ulna, the radius, and…
Wrist ganglion
A wrist ganglion, colloquially also known as a synovial cyst, is a benign, fluid-filled cyst that forms near joints or tendon sheaths. A ganglion most commonly occurs on the dorsal side of the wrist, but it can also appear on the palmar side or in…
Wrist pain
Wrist pain is a common symptom that can be caused by a variety of factors. They range from acute injuries to chronic conditions and can significantly affect mobility and quality of life. The pain can occur at a specific spot or throughout the wrist…