Overview A fracture characterized by volar displacement or angulation of the distal radius is called a Smith fracture. Usually, a fall onto the hand’s dorsum with the wrist flexed causes it. The volar, or forward, displacement fracture of the distal (i.e., away from the body, towards the fingers) end of the radius—that is, one of…
Overview A break in the radius at the wrist is called a Colles fracture. It was given the surgeon’s name who originally described it. The break is usually seen approximately one inch (2.5 cm) below the wrist’s joining point. One common term for a Colles’ fracture is “broken wrist.” It is sometimes referred to as…
The posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) is placed right behind the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) inside the knee. It is one of the ligaments that connects the femur (thighbone) to the tibia (shinbone). The posterior cruciate ligament prevents the tibia from rotating around the thigh bone. A huge amount of force is required to injure the…
What is an Ankle Pain While Walking? Ankle pain while walking can significantly impact an individual’s daily activities, mobility, and overall quality of life. The ankle joint plays a crucial role in supporting body weight and facilitating movement, making any discomfort during walking a cause for concern. Various factors can contribute to ankle pain, ranging…
Introduction Hip fractures are one of the most frequent fractures presented to the emergency department and orthopedic trauma teams. No difference exists between a “hip fracture” and a “neck of femur fracture.”Both terms describe a fracture of the proximal femur between the femoral head and 5 cm distal to the lesser trochanter. Anatomy The hip is a ball-and-socket…
Overview When your bone broke, the fragments migrated so far that a space developed surrounding the fracture, which is known as a displaced fracture. Although the fragments were not dislocated sufficiently during the break to be out of alignment, non-displaced fractures are nonetheless shattered bones. Fracture displacement is described as the aberrant location of the…
Overview Wrist pain with swelling is a common medical concern that can significantly impact an individual’s daily activities and overall quality of life. Usually following an injury, such as a wrist sprain, bruise, or bone fracture, a swollen wrist is the result of these events. Additional reasons for wrist swelling include arthritis, which is brought…
Shoulder dislocation is a type of damage where the humerus head pops out of the socket that is part of your shoulder, resulting in stiffness of the arm and the shoulder. The shoulder is generally prone to injuries such as falls, bumping into something, or other forms that can create various degrees of injury. It…
Introduction Distal fractures are more prevalent than proximal fractures in fractures of the radius, which are the most common fractures of the upper extremities. The most frequent way that a radius fracture occurs is from falling onto an outstretched hand. Anatomy One of the two bones in the forearm is the radius. Ulna is the…
Overview Causes of Fracture on Top of The Foot Symptoms of Fracture on Top of The Foot If you break your foot, you’ll probably feel like this: Acute metatarsal fracture Stress Fracture Different types of foot fractures Ankle Fracture Bone Fractures in the Heels Metatarsal Fractures Which variables put one at risk for a foot…
