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Torticollis in Back and Neck

Torticollis is a condition in which the neck is twisted and causes the head to rotate and tilt at an odd angle. The cause of torticollis is unknown, but treatment can help. ...more

Whiplash Injury in Back and Neck

Whiplash means your neck was bent forcibly forward and then backward, or vice versa. ...more

Common Injuries of the Shoulder in Shoulder and Elbow

The shoulder is the most mobile joint in the body, but because of this flexibility, it is not very stable and is easily injured. ...more

Shoulder Dislocation in Shoulder and Elbow

A dislocated shoulder means the upper arm bone (humerus) has moved out of the shoulder joint. It can cause pain, swelling, numbness and trouble moving the shoulder. ...more

Hand Pain and Problems in Hand and Wrist

Common hand problems include arthritis, carpal tunnel syndrome, and ganglion cysts. ...more

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome in Hand and Wrist

Women develop carpal tunnel syndrome 3 times more frequently than men. It usually occurs only in adults. ...more

Hip Fracture in Hip

A hip fracture is a break in the thigh bone (femur) of your hip joint. The majority happen to people older than 60 years of age, and women get more hip fractures than men. ...more

Osteoarthritis (OA) in Hip

Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis. It is a chronic degenerative joint disease that affects mostly middle-aged and older adults. Osteoarthritis causes the breakdown of joint cartilage. It can occur in any joint, but it most often affects the hands, knees, hips, or spine. ...more

Evaluation Procedures for Orthopedic Problems in Hip , Knee

To help the orthopedist determine your treatment, you'll need a physical exam, a medical history profile, and a description of symptoms. ...more

Treatment Plans in Hip , Knee

For most orthopedic disorders and injuries, more than one form of treatment may be appropriate. ...more

Foot Pain and Problems in Leg and Foot

Foot pain is often caused by incorrect foot function. Shoes that don't fit well can make foot problems worse and, in some cases, cause them. ...more

Understanding Bone Spurs in Leg and Foot

Scientists believe bone spurs happen because of osteoarthritis or when the body tries to heal itself after a trauma by replacing bone. ...more

Chondroblastoma in Benign

A chondroblastoma is a rare type of noncancerous bone tumor that begins in cartilage. This is the specialized, gristly connective tissue from which most bones develop. It plays an important role in the growth process. There are many different types of cartilage in the body. Chondroblastoma most often affects the ends of the long bones, near the growth plate, in the arms at the shoulder, and in the legs at the hip and knee. It is also called Codman’s tumor. ...more

Enchondroma in Benign

An enchondroma is a type of noncancerous bone tumor that begins in cartilage. An enchondroma most often affects the cartilage that lines the inside of the bones. It often affects the tiny long bones of the hands and feet. It may also affect other bones such as the femur (thighbone), humerus (upper arm bone), or tibia (one of the two lower leg bones). ...more

Chondrosarcoma in Cancer

Chondrosarcoma is the second most common type of primary bone cancer in adults. It mainly affects the cartilage cells of the femur, arm, pelvis, knee, and spine. ...more

Multiple Myeloma: Treatment Questions in Cancer

Talking with healthcare providers about your cancer can be overwhelming. Read on for a helpful list of questions that you can bring to your appointments. ...more

Fibrous Dysplasia in Other Bone Conditions

Fibrous dysplasia is a chronic disorder in which an abnormal development of fibrous tissue causes bones to expand. Any bone can be affected. More than one bone can be affected at any one time, and, when multiple bones are affected, it is not unusual for them to all be on one side of the body. However, fibrous dysplasia does not spread from one bone to another. ...more

Osteogenesis Imperfecta in Children in Other Bone Conditions

Osteogenesis imperfecta (OI) is an inherited (genetic) bone disorder that is present at birth. It is also known as brittle bone disease. A child born with OI may have soft bones that break (fracture) easily, bones that are not formed normally, and other problems. Signs and symptoms may range from mild to severe. ...more