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Clavicle fracture
Clavicle fracture is the most common shoulder injury, usually referring to the interruption of the integrity and continuity of the clavicle caused by indirect trauma. It is common in adolescents and the elderly. The most common symptoms are swelling, bruising, pain, and deformity at the fracture site.
View detailsPoliomyelitis
Poliomyelitis is an acute infectious disease caused by poliovirus infection that invades the spinal cord. It is highly contagious. This disease is common in children under 5 years old, hence it is also known as "infantile paralysis." The vast majority of poliovirus infections are asymptomatic. Some individuals may experience flu-like symptoms, including sore throat, fever, weakness, nausea, headache, and stomach ache. A small number of cases may present with neurological symptoms, including paresthesia (a pins-and-needles sensation in the lower limbs), meningitis (inflammation of the membranes covering the spinal cord and/or brain), hemiplegia, or weakness in the limbs.
View detailsCervical disc herniation
Cervical disc herniation refers to a series of clinical symptoms caused by the protrusion of the nucleus pulposus and part of the annulus fibrosus of the intervertebral disc into the surrounding tissues, compressing the corresponding spinal cord, spinal nerve roots, or vertebral arteries. These symptoms include severe pain in one upper limb or hand, neck and shoulder pain, numbness in the limbs, and even paralysis. It is common in young and middle-aged men and the elderly.
Ligamentum flavum hypertrophy
The ligamentum flavum, in human anatomy, is a tissue structure that maintains spinal stability. It is located within the spinal canal, is elastic, and exists in segments. This disease is characterized by the ossification of the ligamentum flavum (i.e., its transformation into a bone-like structure), leading to its thickening and hardening. It commonly affects elderly individuals and often presents as lower back pain, which may be relieved or disappear after rest.
View detailsPiriformis syndrome
Piriformis syndrome is a set of symptoms caused by the piriformis muscle in the buttocks compressing the underlying sciatic nerve. However, due to the lack of objective evidence and reliable assessment methods, this diagnosis remains controversial. This condition is common in people with a history of buttock trauma or prolonged sitting, and it is more prevalent in women than in men. The main symptoms include pain in the affected buttock and radiating pain down the leg.
View detailsSpinal deformity
Spinal deformity refers to structural and positional abnormalities of the human spine in the anterior-posterior, left-right, or superior-inferior directions. Common types include kyphosis and scoliosis. Patients with spinal deformities may exhibit abnormal spinal curvature in their appearance. Additionally, spinal deformities can lead to difficulty bending and straightening the back, and impaired lower limb mobility.
View detailsAneurysmal bone cyst
Aneurysmal bone cyst is a benign solitary bone tumor, a tumor-like lesion of bone morphology and manifestation, and a solitary, expansive, hemorrhagic, multilocular cyst. In layman's terms, it is a lump on the body that continuously grows and bleeds. This disease is common in people aged 11-30, with males more affected than females. The main symptoms are gradually worsening localized pain and swelling of the limbs.
View detailsAnkle fracture
The ankle joint is composed of the distal ends of the tibia and fibula and the talus. Fractures of the ankle joint are common orthopedic clinical conditions. Depending on the magnitude and direction of the force and the position of the foot at the time of injury, different types and degrees of fractures can occur in the ankle. The ankle joint is a weight-bearing joint of the body, and if not properly aligned, it can easily lead to traumatic ankle arthritis, joint stiffness, and other conditions.
View detailsKnee osteoarthritis
Knee osteoarthritis is a chronic joint disease characterized by degenerative changes in the knee joint cartilage and secondary osteophyte formation. Symptoms of knee osteoarthritis often progress slowly, with knee pain, swelling, stiffness, and deformity gradually appearing over time, leading to restricted mobility. In severe cases, patients may become completely unable to move. It primarily affects adults, with a higher incidence in women than men, and the risk increases with age.
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