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Understanding Meniscal Injuries: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options

Meniscal Injury The meniscus is a C-shaped piece of cartilage (a type of connective tissue)within the knee. There is an inner (medial) and outer (lateral) meniscus in each knee. It acts as a shock absorber in the knee, helps to lubricate the knee, and helps to stabilise the knee joint. Common Patterns of injury Meniscal

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Proximal Humeral Fractures: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

The humerus is the bone between the shoulder and the elbow. The proximal humerus is the upper part of the bone near the shoulder. A proximal humeral fracture is common, especially in the elderly with osteoporosis (brittle bones). If the fracture occurs in the elderly, it is usually caused by falling from ground level on

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Understanding Olecranon Fractures: Causes, Treatment, and Recovery

The olecranon is part of the upper end of one of the bones in the forearm. It forms part of the elbow joint. An olecranon fracture can be caused by a direct impact on the elbow or impact on an outstretched arm. If the fracture occurs in the elderly, it is usually caused by falling

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Subtrochanteric Fractures: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options

What are Subtrochanteric Fractures? The subtrochanteric region is a part of the thigh bone (femur). It is the area proximally 10 cm from the top of the femur bone. This area is important because there are a lot of muscles attached to the bone here. Any fractures that occur in this area will often result

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Sarah Taylor

Obstetrics & Gynaecology