Whiplash
...e might indicate a fracture or an injury to a
ligament . Shooting pain . Full article >>> When there is a direct blow to the head, shaking of the child (as seen in many cases of child abuse ), or a whiplash -type injury (as seen in motor vehicle accidents ), ... Full article >&...
Weakness
...e >>> Muscle weakness and slack
ligament s caused by nerve damage cause instability of the joint and subsequent misalignment (called subluxation ) and/or dislocation . Full article >>> thenar weakness test A test (also called the abductor pollicis brevis test) for dia...
Uterus
...n place inside your pelvic cavity by supporting
ligament s and other connective tissue s. Weakening of the...y a "hammock" made up of supportive muscle s and
ligament s. Full article >>> The uterus is a hollow muscular organ located in the female ...
Urinary bladder
...ts through life. Also called the median umbilical
ligament . uracil ... Full article >>> Antibiotics also are used to treat infections associated with poor emptying of the urinary bladder , and your medication list can be adjusted to minimize medicines that could contribute to the problem...
Umbilicus
...ts through life. Also called the median umbilical
ligament . uracil ... Full article >>> Excess skin and fat are removed from the abdominal wall, from the pubic area to the rib cage, around the umbilicus and the abdominal muscle s are tightened. The incision is stitched ( suture d) cl...
Ulcer
...e; palmar surface of fingers; palmar ulno carpal
ligament ; palmary; palmate; palmated; palmate folds; palmatifid; palmatilobed; palmatisect; palmatisected; palm-chin reflex; palmed; palmellin; palmer; Palmer acid test for peptic ulcer ; ... Full article >>> Two procedures—fulgurat...
Ulna
...ower arm bones (radius and ulna ) and supporting
ligament s. Full article >>> FLEXOR DIGIT ORUM SUPERFICIALIS - ORIGIN: Medial epicondyle & Medial coronoid process of ulna & Oblique line, radius INSERTION: Sides of second phalanx of 4 fingers ACTION: Flexes first and second phalanges...
Tibial
...opic reconstruction of the ACL ( anterior cruciate
ligament ) of the knee . Mfg: Innovasive Devices, Inc. (508-460-8229), subsidiary of Johnson & Johnson. Source: PR Newswire - 10/13/99. Full article >>> The function of this muscle group that includes tibial is posterior muscle , is to m...
Tibia
...opic reconstruction of the ACL ( anterior cruciate
ligament ) of the knee . Mfg: Innovasive Devices, Inc. (50...l article >>> The anterior cruciate
ligament (ACL) is one of four knee
ligament s that connect the upper leg bone ( femur ) with the lower le...
Tennis elbow
...mal, usually because of damage to the surrounding
ligament s and tendon s. The result can be in pain in one place, as in tennis elbow or frozen shoulder , or more general pain , ... Full article >>> In addition, research shows acupuncture can help manage postoperative dental pain...
Tendon
Tendon s are like
ligament s in being tough, flexible cords. But tendon s differ from
ligament s in that tendon s extend from muscle to bone whereas
ligament s go from bone to bone as at a j...
Testicular torsion
... the epididymis Inflammation of the inguinal
ligament Testicular tumor Superficial skin infection ... Full article >>> Reproductive organ s (In women, infection or injury of ovaries, uterus , or vagina may cause abdominal pain . In men, prostate or testicular infection ...
Tearing
...ree sprains involve the actual tearing of the
ligament s and fiber s without total rupture . There tend...ere), depending on the degree of tearing to the
ligament s. In most cases, x-ray s are performed to rule out a fracture or dislocation . Full article ...
Synovia
... Full article >>> Within a joint ,
ligament s attach bones to other bones, tendon s attach muscle s to bones, cartilage lines and helps protect the ends of bones, and a special fluid ( synovia l fluid) cushions and lubricates the structures. Full article >>> The lining of th...
Surgery
...remove bone or cartilage or repair tendon s or
ligament s. Full article >>> Heart bypass surgery - series Illustrations: In many cases, more than one coronary artery must be bypassed, and both the internal mammary and radial arteries and the saphenous vein are used to perform the ...
Sugar
...etite . Full article >>> pectineal
ligament ; pectineal line; pectineal line of pubis ; pectineal muscle ; pectinesterase; pectineus; pectinibranch; pectinibranchiata; pectinibranchiate; pectinic acids; pectiniform; pectiniform septum ; pectin lyase; pectins; pectin sugar ; ... Full artic...
Subcutaneous
...ney * - laparoscopy - lateral col lateral
ligament tear - lateral epicondylitis ( tennis elbow ) * - leg anatomy * - lower back muscle strain * - macular degeneration * ... Full article >>> Subcutaneous (nipple-sparing) mastectomy . In this procedure, a surgeon removes...
Strains
... the foot twists inward, dam aging the lateral
ligament s on the outside of the foot. Full article >&...2; Strains are more severe; They involve torn
ligament s and torn joint capsule, with bleeding and swelling . The following suggestions are good both ...
Strain
... the foot twists inward, dam aging the lateral
ligament s on the outside of the foot. Full article >&... Strain s are more severe; They involve torn
ligament s and torn joint capsule, with bleeding and swelling . The following suggestions are good both ...
Stenosis
...inal canal) Strain or tears to the muscle s or
ligament s supporting the back Spine curvatures (like scoliosis or kyphosis ) which may be inherited and seen in children or teens ... Full article >>> MRI scan of the spine may be used to evaluate patients with back pain , herniated dis...
Sprains
...ins Definition: A sprain is an injury to the
ligament s around a joint . Ligament s are strong, flexible fiber s that hold bones together. When a
ligament is stretched too far or tears, the joint will become painful and swell. Full article >>&...
Sports Medicine
...ll article >>> An anterior cruciate
ligament (ACL) injury is diagnose d through a medical history and a physical examination . A health professional who specializes in knee injuries (for example, an orthopedist or sports medicine specialist) will usually be able to ... Full article ...
Sprain
...egory: Pathology stretching or wrenching of the
ligament s and tendon s of a joint , often with rupture ...les, knees or the arches of your feet. Sprain ed
ligament s swell rapidly and are painful. Generally the greater the pain , the more severe the injury . Fu...
Spondylitis
... progressive calcification and hardening of the
ligament s in the spinal column. Most commonly affects the ...and the sites where the muscle s, tendon s, and
ligament s are attached to bone. Full article >>> Psoriatic spondylitis - One or both sacro...
Spondylolisthesis
...;> Sometimes wear and tear on the disks and
ligament s cause one lumbar vertebra to slip over another - a condition called spondylolisthesis . Full article >>> Spondylolysis can be a cause of abnormal movement of the spine (called spondylolisthesis ) and lead to localized back p...
Spinal stenosis
...inal canal) Strain or tears to the muscle s or
ligament s supporting the back Spine curvatures (like scoliosis or kyphosis ) which may be inherited and seen in children or teens ... Full article >>> Pseudo claudication is cramp ing of the muscle s and is usually caused at rest, typica...
Soft tissue
...mal, usually because of damage to the surrounding
ligament s and tendon s. Full article >>> soft tissue Refers to muscle , fat , fibrous tissue , blood vessels, or other supporting tissue of the body. soft tissue sarcoma (TISH-oo sar-KO-ma) ... Full article >>> If ...
Skin Diseases
...racterized by sores and enlarged skin markings.
ligament A tough band of connective tissue connecting bones or holding organ s in place. Full article >>> Other conditions, such as oral lichus planus, a chronic inflammatory disease , and the rare, auto immune skin diseases pemphigus...
Skeleton
... arise in the skeleton and its attachments, the
ligament s and tendon s. It may also deal with some problems of the nervous system, such as those that arise from injury of the spine. Full article >>> The Musculo skeletal Tumor Society St aging System assigns tumor stage on the basis...
Skeletal
...Ankylosing hyperostosis, Spondylitis ossificans
ligament osa, Vertebral osteophytosis) ... Full article ...nderness, and stiffness in the muscle tissue ,
ligament s, and tendon s. It most frequently affects the neck, shoulder s, chest, legs, and lower back. Fu...
Shin splints
...#62;>> Inflammation and pain in the
ligament s in the soles of your feet ( plantar fasciitis ) Achilles tendon itis and posterior tibial tendinitis Shin splints Stress fractures in your lower leg Bunions Callus es ... Full article >>> problem is present, the ...
Shin splint
...#62;>> Inflammation and pain in the
ligament s in the soles of your feet ( plantar fasciitis ) Achilles tendon itis and posterior tibial tendinitis Shin splint s Stress fractures in your lower leg Bunions Callus es ... Full article >>> problem is present, th...
Sclera
...ball are attached to the sclera . 20) suspensory
ligament of lens - a series of fiber s that connect the ciliary body of the eye with the lens , holding it in place. Full article >>> Inflammation of the sclera , causing pain , redness and possible loss of vision . Can be a compl...
Scapula
... bones are held together by muscle s, tendon s,
ligament s, and the joint capsule. Full article >>> recurrent or with similar pain in past occurs following meals worsens during deep inspiration radiating to back or below the right shoulder blade ( right scapula r area) worsens ...
Sac
...oint -related tissue s"including bone, tendon ,
ligament , muscle , or skin "rub against one another. Full article >>> Spina bifida most often is diagnose d at birth when a sac on the baby's spine is seen. Spina bifida sometimes can be suspected during pregnancy as a result of a...
Rupture
...ier's" tear A rupture of the ulnar col lateral
ligament of the thumb. Source: Bionx Implants, Inc. - 4/04/98. Full article >>> 2) Is there the possibility of a bulging or rupture d disc? As these injuries are extremely common, I want to know if this is a muscle and tendon problem ...
Ruptured
...inal canal) Strain or tears to the muscle s or
ligament s supporting the back ... Full article >>> - If your child's eardrum has ruptured or been surgically opened, protect the ear from water until complete healing has occured. Full article >>> CAUSE" Contusion s occur wh...
Pyorrhea
...YMPTOMS"The gums become inflamed, extend to the
ligament s and bones that hold the teeth in place, and eventually the teeth loosen and fall out. Full article >>> Pyloroplasty Pyloro spasm (Irritable Bowel Syndrome (Functional Bowel )) Pyogenic Granuloma Pyogenic Liver Abscess ...
Prosthesis
... it to be suture d to adjoining bone, muscle s,
ligament s, and other tissue . Full article >>> For this reason, surgeons sometimes implant a penile prosthesis at the same time that the scar tissue is removed. In some men, a prosthesis alone is enough to straighten the curvature and...
Protein
... protein . The cells of muscle s, tendon s, and
ligament s are maintained with protein . Full article >>> Protein s are required for the structure, function, and regulation of the body's cells, tissue s, and organ s. Each protein has unique functions. Protein s are essential component...
Prostate Problems
...enched or damaged muscle s, bones, tendon s, or
ligament s, Kidney or bladder infection , prostate problems , or female pelvic disorders may cause backache. Full article >>> A doctor may use this test in an evaluation for rectum or prostate problems . In men, the test is used to scr...
Prolapse
...n place inside your pelvic cavity by supporting
ligament s and other connective tissue s. Weakening of these tissue s allows the uterus to slip down into the vagina . Full article >>> Rectal prolapse Definition: Rectal prolapse is the abnormal protrusion of the rectal mucosa down ...
Pregnancy
...cy is common. Most often it is a result of round
ligament pain . Round
ligament pain is due to normal changes that take place as your body is transformed by pregnancy . Full a...
Posterior
...ticle >>> PCL ( posterior cruciate
ligament ) PCR test See Amplicor HIV -1 Monitor test. PDB balloon system Balloon system used in laparoscopic surgical procedures for creation of extraperitoneal space. Mfg/Source: Guidant/PDB balloon system. Full article >>> In the posterior ...
Popliteal
...3-1318. Fithian DC. Fate of the anterior cruciate
ligament -injured knee . Orthop Clin North Am. 2002; 33(4): 621-636, v. Full article >>> - Avoid dangling the feet. Pressure against the popliteal vessels may cause obstruction of blood flow. Do not cross your legs. - Deep breathing or s...
Plantar
...use of heel pain . It occurs when the long, flat
ligament on the bottom of the foot ( plantar fascia ) st...regularly and develops small tears that cause the
ligament to become inflamed. Full article >>> Plantar Fasciitis What is plantar fascii...
Plantar fasciitis
...use of heel pain . It occurs when the long, flat
ligament on the bottom of the foot ( plantar fascia ) st...regularly and develops small tears that cause the
ligament to become inflamed. Full article >>> Answer: Plantar fasciitis is also called ...
Peripheral neuropathy
...ps over decades, the progression of Charcot foot (
ligament tears, small fractures , subluxation , dislocation , deformity) can occur in a matter of weeks or months. Full article >>> READER'S PERIPHERAL NEUROPATHY FEELS LIKE THICK SOCKS Question: For the last three years my feet have felt...
Periodontitis
...ation spreads from the gums ( gingiva ) to the
ligament s and bone that support the teeth . Full article >>> Yet periodontitis is both preventable and treatable. Although factors such as smoking , heredity , medications and lowered immunity make you more susceptible to gum disease...
Peripheral
...ps over decades, the progression of Charcot foot (
ligament tears, small fractures , subluxation , dislocation , deformity) can occur in a matter of weeks or months. Full article >>> READER'S PERIPHERAL NEUROPATHY FEELS LIKE THICK SOCKS Question: For the last three years my feet have fe...
Periodontal Disease
...ored to its socket by fiber s called periodontal
ligament s. Full article >>> PYORRHEA ( Pe...YMPTOMS"The gums become inflamed, extend to the
ligament s and bones that hold the teeth in place, and eventually the teeth loosen and fall out. Full ar...
Peptic
...e; palmar surface of fingers; palmar ulno carpal
ligament ; palmary; palmate; palmated; palmate folds; palmatifid; palmatilobed; palmatisect; palmatisected; palm-chin reflex; palmed; palmellin; palmer; Palmer acid test for peptic ... Full article >>> The irritating effects of alcohol may ...
Peptic Ulcer
...e; palmar surface of fingers; palmar ulno carpal
ligament ; palmary; palmate; palmated; palmate folds; palmatifid; palmatilobed; palmatisect; palmatisected; palm-chin reflex; palmed; palmellin; palmer; Palmer acid test for peptic ulcer ; ... Full article >>> The irritating effects of alcoh...
Pain
...o an ankle sprain . A sprain is an injury to
ligament s, which connect bones to one another. In most cas...nkle is twisted inward, causing tiny tears in the
ligament s. Full article >>> Pain is a message sent along the nerve s to tell the brain tha...
Orchitis
... the epididymis Inflammation of the inguinal
ligament Testicular tumor Superficial skin infection ... Full article >>> Indication: replacement therapy in males for conditions associated with a deficiency or absence of endogenous testosterone : (1) primary hypogonadism ( cong...
Ophthalmology
...ment of disorders of bones, joints , muscle s,
ligament s, and tendon s) Otolaryngology ( treatment of disorders of the ears, nose, and throat) ... Full article >>> General Ophthalmology Program What is a blocked tear duct ? As many as 6 percent of newborns have a blockage of a tear d...
Oncology
...ment of disorders of bones, joints , muscle s,
ligament s, and tendon s) ... Full article >>> oncology nurse A nurse who specializes in treating and caring for people who have cancer . oncology pharmacy specialist ... Full article >>> Medical Oncology is a subspecialt...
Myoma
...cting fibrous tissue s, muscle s, tendon s and
ligament s. Full article >>> Fibroid s are also called myoma s, leiomyomas, and fibromas. What causes uterine fibroids ? Full article >>> uterine fibroid . A benign tumor of the uterus . Also called leio myoma , myoma ,...
Myalgia
...lness that causes chronic pain in muscle s and
ligament s. Although this disorder affects about 4 million ...nderness, and stiffness in the muscle tissue ,
ligament s, and tendon s. It most frequently affects the neck, shoulder s, chest, legs, and lower back. Fu...
Muscle strain
... macular degeneration * - medial col lateral
ligament tear * - meniscal ( cartilage ) tear * - metere... muscle strain , or injury to the muscle s and
ligament s that support the spine. Less commonly, low back pain is caused by illness or spinal deformity. ...