Patella

to the doorframe, leaving it there for 30 seconds and then repeating 3 times. The piriformis stretch consists of laying on the back with bent knees, then placing the ankle of the injured side on the knee of the other leg, after this the athlete can grab the legs and pull them towards the body holding for 30 seconds. The iliotibial band can be stretched by first placing both feet beside each other while standing, then crossing the foot of the painful side behind the supporting leg and bending down to touch the toes. Resting, cold therapy and consuming over-the-counter painkillers can also help. Patellofemoral Syndrome Pain and Pain Management Patellofemoral Syndrome is a term used to describe anterior pain or pain surrounding the patella. It is most commonly seen in athletes, females and teenagers. (Explain the common mechanisms or ways a person could injure themselves or expose themselves to patellofemoral syndrome. I placed my mechanisms in the pain and pain management section, so you should too. That way we can stay consistent). This condition can usually be treated with simple at home treatments such as reducing or discontinuing activities that cause pain to the knee until the symptoms cease to exist, applying the R.I.C.E method to the area and taking non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medications such as ibuprofen or naproxen. If the pain continues to persist, seeing a healthcare professional is strongly recommended. Diagnosis To diagnose patellofemoral…

It happened about ten years ago ,but I have to live with it everyday. I shattered my right patellar and had it replaced with a metal plate. I thought that everything that I have ever worked for ended; as soon as the doctor told my father and me that my patella did not just break in half, it shattered. I thought it was the ending yet it was just the beginning. It was in the summer of 2006 when I had my accident. I was in Detroit with my mom for most of the summer. I was extremely eager to be…

Definition: Patellar subluxation is a temporary dislocation of the patella, when the kneecap is moved out of its regular groove. The groove is located between two bumps at the end of the thigh bone called the femoral condyles. The patella sits in a groove between the femur and the Tibia. The patella is called a floating bone because most bones come to a joint and are connected but the patella is held just by the quadriceps tendon it's not connected to other bones or being a joint so that's why…

Growing up I was very active in lifting weights and playing sports, especially soccer and basketball. I participated in physical activity for multiple hours every day. Soon I started to notice anterior knee pain and aching which became worse the more active I was. At first the pain only occurred after physical activity, but soon it started to hurt even during exercise. I decided to see a doctor after a few weeks of no improvement, and my symptoms worsening. After investigation by the doctor, I…

My first major mission, a young 18 year old, the lead gunner behind a M240B as the first line of defense for our platoon; would soon be a situation that left an imprint in my life and has forever changed how I now lead as an NCO. This mission took place in 2007 near the city of Ad Dawr, Iraq. The mission was complex but my orders were simple, protect the convoy and provide security. The main objective was to expose and detain (if possible) a cell leader to include destroying his know cache…

Tibial Tubercle Avulsion Fracture, Pediatric A tibial tubercle avulsion fracture is a break in the shin bone (tibia), just below the front of the knee joint (tibial tubercle). The tibial tubercle is where the tendon of the thigh muscle (quadriceps) attaches. Adolescents have a growth plate in this area. A growth plate is a spot where bone is still growing. It is not as solid as mature bone. As a result, this type of fracture is most common in people who are between 12 and 16 years of age. A…

If you are facing the prospect of knee replacement in Frisco, TX, know that you are not alone. According to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, more than 600,000 knee replacements are performed each year in the United States. But just because they’re a relatively common procedure, that doesn’t mean they’re no big deal. Aside from any of a multitude of surgical complications that can arise from a joint replacement procedure, knee replacement in Frisco, TX requires a fairly…

The fastest way for a performer’s career to end is with an unexpected injury. My freshman year I suffered patella luxation, more commonly known as the dislocation of the kneecap. I was in a full leg brace for a month and a half, then participated in extensive physical therapy over my summer break until I could finally return to dance for my sophomore year at Booker T. Washington. The time I spent unable to dance led me to explore other pathways associated with the arts. Because I was not able…

specialist will have to do surgery on the knee because the patella and ligaments had been fractured and torn. The doctor gave him medicine to make him unconscious during surgery. The patella bone is known as the knee cap. This bone helps us walk and keep our balance.The patella is not connected to any other bone. The patella is in the medial area of the leg. The patella is attached…

The knee joint is classified as a type of synovial joint, which is one of the most common and complex joints found in the human body. The knee is a meeting point for the femur, fibula, tibia, and the patella. In order to maintain its flexibility and function, several other ligaments join the knee joint in order to keep the attaching bones in place. The knee is the joint where the femur and the tibia meet; the patella (kneecap) is made of bone and sits in front of the knee. The knee joint is a…