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What is Bursitis? |
Inflammation of the bursae (fluid-filled sacs that enclose joints). Can involve the formation of calcification in surrounding tendons. Causes pain and limited join mobility. |
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What is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome? |
It is caused by compression the median nerve that runs through the wrist. It is painful, and most common in middle aged women. |
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What is a Boxer's Fracture? |
A transverse fracture extending through the metacarpal neck. |
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What is a Colle's Fracture? |
Transverse fracture of the distal aspect of the radius - the distal fragment the becomes displaced posteriorly. |
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What is Joint Effusion? |
The accumulation of fluid in the joint cavity. This is often times a clue to underlying problems such as a fracture, inflammation, or dislocation. |
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What is Osteomyelitis? |
Localized bone/bone marrow infection that is caused by bacteria. |
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What is Rheumatoid Arthritis? |
Chronic systemic disease that involves swelling, bone erosion, and some pain. 3 times more common in females than males. |
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What is Osteogenic Sarcoma? |
A type of primary cancerous bone tumor, most common in people ages 10-20. |
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What are Fat Pads/Bands/Stripes? |
Accumulation of fat that can be used to determine if there has been an injury by looking at the placement and position of the fat pad itself. |
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What is a Sesamoid? |
A small, detached (free-floating) bone. The largest sesamoid in the body is the patella (knee cap). |
