Carpal tunnel syndrome is a condition caused by compression of the median nerve at the wrist. This occurs as the median nerve moves through a narrow passageway called the carpal tunnel. Carpal tunnel syndrome results in numbness and tingling in...
Shoulder arthritis results from the loss of cartilage in the shoulder joint. This causes pain and stiffness within the shoulder, which can affect daily tasks like getting dressed, reaching, and lifting the arms.
The ulnar collateral ligament, or UCL, stabilizes the inside of the elbow joint. UCL injuries most often occur from repeated stress to the elbow joint, which commonly occurs in athletes who throw, like baseball pitchers. They can also occur with...
Arthritis develops from the gradual breakdown of cartilage within joints. When arthritis affects the foot and ankle joints, inflammation, pain, and joint stiffness can limit standing and walking.
The Achilles tendon is a long, strong tendon located at the back of the ankle. This important tendon allows the foot to push off from the ground. Forceful injury or repeated strain over time can damage or irritate the Achilles...
Thumb sprains result from injury to a ligament that stabilizes the thumb joint. This causes pain and swelling and weakens the ability of the ligament to support the thumb.
This surgical video demonstrates the preparation of a quadriceps tendon graft used in an ACL reconstruction for the treatment of an ACL tear.
