Month: November 2024
Procedures to Prevent Knee ReplacementProcedures to Prevent Knee Replacement
Osteotomy of the Knee Osteotomy literally means “cutting of the bone.” In a knee osteotomy, either the tibia (shinbone) or femur (thighbone) is cut and then reshaped to relieve pressure
Cartilage LesionCartilage Lesion
Cartilage Repair Techniques This website focuses on articular cartilage repair treatment, which means the restoration of damaged hyaline cartilage in the joints. Cartilage repair and regeneration is a treatment for
Meniscus TearMeniscus Tear
You have two C-shaped discs of cartilage (soft tissue) that connect your thighbone to your shinbone. These are called menisci. They’re like shock absorbers for your bones. They also help
Multiligament TearMultiligament Tear
The knee joint is made to withstand the forces of walking, running and jumping as well as allowing motion. The knee is basically a hinge joint made of bone, ligament,
ACL, PCL Ligament TearACL, PCL Ligament Tear
ACL, PCL Ligament Tear Reconstruction of the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is a surgery designed to restore knee stability and strength after the ligament has been torn. The remnants of
Patella DislocationPatella Dislocation
Patella Dislocation The knee can be divided into three compartments: patellofemoral, medial and lateral compartment. The patellofemoral compartment is the compartment in the front of the knee between the kneecap
Knee Arthritis & Replacement SurgeryKnee Arthritis & Replacement Surgery
What is Total Knee Replacement Surgery? Total knee replacement is a complex surgical procedure wherein knee joint is replaced with prosthetic implant made up of artificial material or metals. Orthopedic
Rotator Cuff InjuriesRotator Cuff Injuries
What is Rotator Cuff injury? The arm is kept in the shoulder by the rotator cuff, a group of muscles that come together as tendon to cover the head of
SLAP TearSLAP Tear
SLAP Tear Superior Labrum Anterior and Posterior or SLAP tear is the injury that occurs in the labrum of the shoulder, which is a cartilage ring surrounding the socket of
Elbow Ligament InjuriesElbow Ligament Injuries
Elbow Ligament Injuries The elbow is a hinge joint that connects the humerus (upper arm bone) to the radius and ulna (forearm bones). The joint allows both flexion (bending the