Sciatica is nerve pain from an injury or irritation to the sciatic nerve, which originates in your buttock/gluteal area. The sciatic nerve is the longest and thickest (almost finger-width) nerve in the body. It’s actually made up of five nerve roots: two from the lower back region called the lumbar spine and three from the…
Gout, as described by the doctors, is a very painful form of arthritis caused by crystals that form in and around the joints. It’s the most common type of inflammatory arthritis.It’s more common in men and you’re more likely to get it as you get older. Gout occurs in people who have high levels of…
The above-knee amputation is the most common type of amputation performed in the femur. The above-knee amputation is a lengthwise amputation of the femur just above the knee. It is often performed to remove part of the femur for a malignant tumor or to prevent the spread of cancer or Infection. The above-knee amputation is…
Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD), an incurable inherited neuromuscular disorder is the most common of the more than 30 types of muscular dystrophy. It is a genetic disease that leads to progressive deterioration of muscle fibers of the body. The condition usually affects boys only which is one of the most frequent genetic conditions affecting approximately…
Wrist sprains are common injuries. A wrist sprain occurs when the strong ligaments that support the wrist stretches beyond its limits or tear apart. This occurs when the wrist is bent or twisted forcefully, such as caused by a fall onto an outstretched hand. They can range from mild to severe, depending on how much…
What Is Becker Muscular Dystrophy? Becker muscular dystrophy also BMD is a type of muscular dystrophy, a genetic disorder that gradually makes the body’s muscles gradually become weaker and smaller. It causes less severe problems than the most common type, Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD). Introduction Type of muscular dystrophy : Definition of Becker muscular dystrophy…
Golfer’s elbow, also medically termed medial epicondylitis, is the condition that causes inflammation to the tendons, which connect the forearm muscles to the elbow. As a result, the Golfer’s elbow causes pain where tendons of the forearm muscles get attached to the bony bumps on the inside of your elbow. The pain can spread from…
The rotator cuff is consists of four muscles and tendons that hold the shoulder in place. Muscles and tendons surround the joint and keep the head of your upper arm bone firmly in the shallow socket of the shoulder. Your rotator cuff is responsible for lifting your arm and reaching upwards. Rotator cuff injuries are widespread….
What is Limb-girdle muscular dystrophy? Limb-girdle muscular dystrophy is a type of muscular dystrophy that affects the muscles of the shoulders, pelvis, lower arms, and legs. The first sign of the disorder is usually weakness or loss of function in the muscles that keep the shoulder in place (known as shoulder girdle muscles). Limb-girdle muscular…
What Is Torticollis? Torticollis is a condition that refers to a neck condition that causes the head to lean to one side. The muscles on one side are shorter than the other, causing the head to tilt towards the short muscles. There are many causes of torticollis, but the most common cause is an injury…
