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…
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…
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…
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…
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,…
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…
Dupuytren's disease, also known as Dupuytren's contracture, is a chronic condition of the connective tissue in the palm of the hand. It leads to a nodular thickening and shortening of the palmar…
Mouse arm, medically also referred to as Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI), is an overuse injury caused by repetitive and monotonous movements. This condition primarily affects people who work long…
Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is a common nerve compression disorder in which the median nerve is compressed in the wrist area. This compression leads to pain, numbness, and weakness in the hand,…
Rhizarthrosis is a degenerative disease of the thumb saddle joint, caused by the wear of the cartilage between the first metacarpal bone and the trapezium bone (Os trapezium). It is one of the most…
