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.
ACG-Osteoarthritis
ACJ osteoarthritis (acromioclavicular joint osteoarthritis) is a degenerative disease of the acromioclavicular joint that can lead to pain, movement restrictions, and chronic discomfort. It often affects middle-aged and older individuals as well as…
Calcific shoulder
Calcific shoulder, medically referred to as calcific tendinitis, is a condition where calcium deposits form in the tendons of the shoulder's rotator cuff. These deposits can lead to severe pain, restricted movement, and inflammation. Calcific…
Dislocación de hombro.
A shoulder dislocation describes the complete or partial dislocation of the shoulder joint, where the head of the upper arm (humeral head) slips out of the socket (glenoid). Due to the special mobility and anatomy of the shoulder joint, it is the…
Frozen Shoulder
Frozen shoulder, medically referred to as adhesive capsulitis, is a condition of the shoulder joint characterized by severe pain and a significant restriction of mobility. It typically occurs in individuals between the ages of 40 and 60 and affects…
Hyaluronic acid at the shoulder
During hyaluronic acid therapy for the shoulder, hyaluronic acid is specifically injected into the shoulder joint. Whether the treatment is suitable in an individual case is decided after an orthopedic examination and an individual consultation.
Infiltration of the shoulder
An infiltration of the shoulder is a targeted treatment method in which a selected medication is introduced into the shoulder joint or to a pain-causing structure in the shoulder area. It can be used for certain inflammatory, degenerative, or…
Labrum tear
A labrum tear describes a tear of the labrum, a cartilage-like structure that surrounds the joint socket and ensures the stability of the joint. This injury often occurs in the shoulder (glenoid labrum) or the hip (acetabular labrum) and is a common…
Rotator cuff tear
A rotator cuff tear refers to damage or a tear of the tendons in the shoulder joint that connect the muscles of the rotator cuff to the humerus. It is one of the most common causes of shoulder pain and limitations in shoulder mobility. The injury can…
Rupture of the long biceps tendon
A tear of the long biceps tendon is a common injury that usually occurs due to acute overload or degenerative changes. The long biceps tendon connects the biceps muscle to the shoulder and plays an important role in the mobility and stability of the…
Shoulder impingement
Shoulder impingement syndrome, also known as subacromial impingement, is a common cause of shoulder pain and movement restrictions. It involves a mechanical narrowing of structures, such as tendons or bursae, in the space beneath the bony shoulder…
Shoulder osteoarthritis (omarthrosis)
Shoulder osteoarthritis, also known as omarthrosis, is a degenerative disease of the shoulder joint, in which the joint cartilage between the head of the humerus and the glenoid cavity is increasingly worn down. This wear leads to pain, restricted…
Shoulder pain
Shoulder pain is a common complaint that can affect people of all ages. It arises from acute injuries, chronic overuse, or degenerative changes. The shoulder is the most mobile joint in the human body and is simultaneously prone to pain and…
Tear of the supraspinatus tendon
A tear of the supraspinatus tendon is a common injury of the rotator cuff and affects the tendon of the supraspinatus muscle, which is responsible for the abduction and stabilization of the shoulder joint. The injury can occur acutely or chronically…