Causes, Risks, and Treatment of Mandibular or Lower Jaw Fractures in Children
The mandible or jaw bone is one of the most important bones in the skull and the only facial bone that is able to move in relation to the skull. In …
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Tibial Plateau Fracture and Knee Joint Stability
A tibial plateau fracture affects the stability of the knee joint. Proper evaluation and treatment are crucial for restoring a patient’s …
Continue ReadingSymptoms and Treatment of Myotonic Dystrophy Type 2
Patients with myotonic dystrophy type 2 have muscle wasting as the result of a genetic mutation. Learn more about the second type of myotonic …
Continue ReadingThe Types and Symptoms of Facioscapulohumeral Muscular Dystrophy (FSHMD, FSHD, and FSH)
Facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy, or FSHD, is a genetically inherited disorder. Learn about the symptoms, types and treatment of …
Continue ReadingCostochondritis and Stress: Is There a Connection?
Costochondritis and stress are often related, because stress can cause inflammation. Learn about costochondritis and how stress can contribute to the …
Continue ReadingBunionectomy: A Surgical Treatment for Bunions
A surgical procedure called a bunionectomy is an often-used treatment for a severe or long-term case of bunions. This is a relatively minor procedure …
Continue ReadingThe Arthrogram Procedure for Diagnosing Joint Problems
An arthrogram is a diagnostic medical procedure which is used to provide information about joints, and to help diagnose joint conditions.
Continue ReadingArthrocentesis: Purpose, Preparation, Procedure, Risks, Recovery, and Results
This article will focus on an arthrocentesis and everything a patient needs to know.
Continue ReadingHigh Tibial Osteotomy
The high tibial osteotomy procedure has become fairly common, but some people may not know what it entails. Read here to learn more about this …
Continue ReadingOverview of Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita
Arthrogryposis multiplex congenita (AMC), literally “congenital curved joints,” is a disorder that actually develops in a fetus and is …
Continue ReadingLumbar Endoscopic Discectomy
Read here to learn about the lumbar endoscopic discectomy and what you should expect so that you can prepare yourself of a loved one for this …
Continue ReadingWhat is a Hemicorporectomy?
Also known as translumbar amputation, a hemicorporectomy is a medical procedure in which the entire body below the waist is amputated.
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