What is Ankle Sprain? A sprained ankle, also known as a twisted ankle, or rolled ankle is an injury where sprain occurs on one or more ligaments of the ankle. (source: wikipedia) Frequent Asked Question (FAQ) Q: Which ligaments are involved and in what sequence in a lateral ankle sprain? A: A lateral ankle sprain …
Table of Contents Basics Diagnosis Treatment for Rheumatoid Arthritis in Singapore Follow-up Miscellaneous FAQ Basics Description Rheumatoid arthritis is a chronic, systemic, autoimmune inflammatory disease affecting synovial joints and extra-articular systems, including the skin, eyes, cardiovascular system, bronchopulmonary system, spleen, and nervous system. Epidemiology Incidence Affects 1% of the population Prevalence Variable onset, but …
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Table of Contents Basics Diagnosis Treatment for Shoulder Impingement Syndrome in Singapore Follow-up Miscellaneous FAQ A Patient’s Guide to Impingement Syndrome Basics Description Shoulder pain with overhead activities is a common musculoskeletal complaint. Impingement syndrome: Inflammatory condition of the soft tissues of the subacromial space Most common cause of presentation for shoulder complaints to a …
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Table of Contents Basics Diagnosis Tests Treatment for Lumbar Disc Herniation in Singapore Special Therapy Miscellaneous FAQ A Comprehensive Patient’s Guide to Lumbar Discectomy Basics Description Low back pain affects up to 85% of the population at some point in their lives. Low back pain is one of the leading causes of disability in patients …
Table of Contents Description Osteochondroma Signs and Symptoms Osteochondroma Treatment FAQ Description An osteochondroma is a common developmental abnormality of the peripheral growth plate that results in a lobulated outgrowth of cartilage and bone from the metaphysis. Appears as a cartilage-capped bony projection from the metaphysis of long bones Can occur in any bone that …
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Basics Description The hamstrings are long muscles in the posterior thigh that extend from the ischial tuberosity behind the hip, down to the knee. A hamstring strain is a stretch-induced muscle injury. Tears result from the hamstring muscle suddenly changing from a stabilizing flexor to an extensor. It usually is caused by quick starts with …
Table of Contents Basics Diagnosis Tests Treatment for Talus Fracture in Singapore Follow-up Miscellaneous FAQ Basics A talus fracture is a break in one of the bones that forms the ankle. Treatment depends on the type of fracture & severity of the injury. Description The talus, a small bone in the hindfoot: Articulates with the …
For the treatment of musculoskeletal conditions and ailments, there are a variety of orthopaedic medications available to relieve oneself of pain. Orthopaedic physicians mostly prescribe three classes of drugs – nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDS), corticosteroids and anti-rheumatic drugs (DMARDS). Approved by the FDA, these orthopaedic medications are safe. However, a prolonged use of these drugs …
Table of Contents Basics Diagnosis Tests Treatment for Reactive Arthritis (Reiter Syndrome) in Singapore Special Therapy Disposition Miscellaneous FAQ Basics Description Reactive arthritis (previously called Reiter syndrome) is a form of reactive, inflammatory arthritis classically associated with urogenital, ocular, mucocutaneous, and musculoskeletal involvement. This syndrome is categorized with the group of seronegative arthritides, along with …
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Table of Contents Basics Diagnosis Tests Follow-up Miscellaneous FAQ Basics Description A phalanx fracture is a break in 1 or more phalanges in the fingers. Finger fractures are classified by: Which phalanx is involved Location within the phalanx Pattern Complexity Open or closed Stable or unstable to motion Epidemiology Fractures of the metacarpals and the …
