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Do I have a Knee Tendon Injury?

What are tendons, and what exactly is a tendon injury? Tendons are connective tissues in the body that connect muscles to bones, aiding the body to move when the muscles contract. Tendon injuries typically arise due to overuse of the muscle involved. Tendon injuries can range from acute tears to chronic injuries characterised by microtears

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What are Proximal Femur Fractures?

What are proximal femur fractures? Proximal femur fractures are fractures that occur within the hip region. They mainly occur in older patients, especially those with osteoporosis, but can also occur in younger patients due to high-impact trauma. The femur is the hip bone that links the knee joint to the hip joint. The proximal femur

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What is a Distal Radius Fracture?

What is a distal radius fracture? A distal radius fracture is a break of the radius (one of the bones in your forearm) at the wrist. There are 2 bones in your forearm – The radius and the ulna. When the radius is broken near the wrist, it is called a distal radius fracture. Why

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What is a Clavicle Fracture? Is it serious?

What is a clavicle fracture? It is a fracture at the collarbone, which is connected to the breastbone (sternum) and the shoulder blade (scapula). The fracture can occur at different areas of the collarbone: In the middle of the collarbone (most common) Near the area where the collarbone connects to the shoulder blade (AC joint)

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Sarah Taylor

Obstetrics & Gynaecology