What is an Olecranon Bursitis? Olecranon bursitis is a medical condition characterized by inflammation of the olecranon bursa, a small fluid-filled sac located at the tip of the elbow. The olecranon bursa acts as a cushion between the skin and the bony prominence of the ulna, allowing smooth movement of the elbow joint. When this…
Definition/Description Cubital tunnel syndrome (CBTS) is a peripheral nerve compression syndrome. It is an irritation or injury of the ulnar nerve in the cubital tunnel at the elbow. This is also termed ulnar nerve entrapment and is the second most common compression neuropathy in the upper extremity after carpal tunnel syndrome. It represents a source…
What Is Osteoarthritis? Arthritis means “joint inflammation.” It causes pain and swelling in the body’s joints, such as the knees or hips. There are many types of arthritis, but osteoarthritis is the most common. Also known as degenerative joint disease or age-related arthritis, osteoarthritis is more likely to develop as people get older. Osteoarthritis occurs…
What is Subtalar Joint Arthritis? Subtalar joint arthritis into degenerative changes in the cartilage of the subtalar joint. The most common cause of sub-talar arthritis is traumatic injury to the hindfoot which is commonly seen after a fracture to the calcaneus or talus. Presenting symptoms of subtalar arthritis include pain and swelling in the hind-foot….
Introduction: Disorders of the hip labrum is an umbrella term that includes any issues involving that labrum such as femoroacetabular impingement (aka FAI) and acetabular labral tear (ALT). This mechanically induced pathology is thought to result from excessive forces at the hip joint. For example, a tear could decrease the acetabular contact area and increase…
Epidemiology of Retrocalcaneal bursitis Causes of Retrocalcaneal bursitis Signs and Symptoms of Retrocalcaneal bursitis Assessment Differential Diagnosis Treatment of Retrocalcaneal bursitis Physiotherapy Management The patient with retrocalcaneal bursitis should be instructed to apply ice to the posterior heel and ankle in the acute period of bursitis. Icing can be performed several times a day, for…
Description Hip pain is a common orthopedic problem. Greater trochanteric pain syndrome (GTPS), previously known as trochanteric bursitis, affects 1.8 per 1000 patients annually. Results from degenerative changes affecting the gluteal tendons and bursa.Patients complain of pain over the lateral aspect of the thigh that is exacerbated with prolonged sitting, climbing stairs, high impact physical…
Introduction In many areas of the body, muscles and tendons must slide over and against one another during movement. At each of these places, a small sac of lubricating fluid helps the muscles and tendons move properly. One of these places is the hip. Usually, these sacs of fluid, called bursae, function to reduce friction,…
What is an Iliopsoas Bursitis? Iliopsoas bursitis is an inflammation of the bursa located beneath the iliopsoas muscle. This muscle is located in front of the hip. A bursa is a fluid-filled sac between bones, muscles, tendons, and skin. It provides a cushion between tissue to decrease friction and irritation. Definition/Description A Bursitis is an…
Anatomy Related to Osteoarthritis Of Ankle Talocrural Joint The Talus Subtalar Joint The Subtalar joint is also known as the Talocalcaneal joint and is between: Etiology of Osteoarthritis Of Ankle Primary Osteoarthritis Secondary Osteoarthritis Clinical features of Osteoarthritis Of Ankle Diagnosis of Osteoarthritis Of the Ankle Observation, specifically looking at: 2. Palpation: 3. Basic Objective…
