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Patellofemoral arthritis symptoms and treatment
Source: Medical News Today
Patellofemoral arthritis is a form of knee arthritis. It affects the joint where the kneecap meets the thighbone. People with patellofemoral arthritis may experience pain and stiffness in the knee, difficulty walking, and other symptoms that impact their quality of life.
Recovery from a hip fracture varies widely among NHS hospitals, study finds
Source: Medical Xpress
Each year more than 70,000 older adults are admitted to a U.K. hospital after a hip fracture, which can lead to a decline in quality of life, high mortality risk and, after discharge, high risk of emergency hospital readmission.
Females more likely to develop adhesive capsulitis
Source: Orthopedics This Week
Data showed that women develop adhesive capsulitis at a faster rate than men and that there are risk factors unique to women. Female athletes are also more likely to experience traumatic shoulder instability than male athletes.
What to know about myofascial pain syndrome
Source: Medical News Today
Myofascial pain syndrome is a chronic condition that affects the musculoskeletal system, including the bones, tendons, cartilage, ligaments, and connective tissue. Myofascial pain syndrome typically causes pain and tenderness in a specific area, such as the neck and one shoulder.
ACL Knee Repair Sometimes Leads to Better Outcomes Than Reconstruction
Source: healthline
Researchers say people who have knee repair surgery tend to have better outcomes than those who undergo knee reconstruction surgery. Experts, however, say the choice between the two operations isn’t always a simple one and sometimes the more intensive reconstruction surgery is necessary.
Mayo Clinic Q and A: Help with sports injuries
Source: Medical Xpress
Young athletes get plenty of bumps and bruises, but how can they avoid injuries? Any advice on how long they should sit out before getting back on the field or in the game?
Physical therapy noninferior to arthroscopic surgery for meniscal tear
Source: Medical Xpress
Exercise-based physical therapy is noninferior to arthroscopic partial meniscectomy for patient-reported knee function at five years among patients with a degenerative meniscal tear, according to a study published online July 8 in JAMA Network Open.
Causes of Wrist Cracking and Popping
Source: Verywell Health
Popping and cracking in your wrist (also known as crepitus) can be an uncomfortable sensation that arises during many of your daily activities. Unfortunately, the origins of this joint noise are not always clear-cut.
12 causes of shoulder pain and treatment options
Source: VeryWell Health
Shoulder pain can range from mild to severe and can come on suddenly or build up over time. Shoulder pain causes include fractures, tissue inflammation or tears, joint or ligament instability, and arthritis.
Cycling knee pain: What to know
Source: Medical News Today
Many cycling injuries occur due to overuse of the joints of the lower body, especially the knees.