What is shoulder osteoarthritis? Shoulder osteoarthritis (OA) refers to the loss of joint cartilage that is normally found over the shoulder joint surfaces. The shoulder joint is a joint formed between the humerus head (arm bone) and the glenoid (part of the shoulder blade). This is a very flexible joint with a wide range of
Read MoreWhat is kneecap dislocation? Kneecap dislocation, also known as patellar dislocation, occurs when the kneecap (patella) moves out of its original position. In the process, the connective tissues that hold the patella bone in place may also stretch and tear. We will focus on acquired patella dislocations that happen due to injuries. Some patients may
Read MoreWhat is the ACL? The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is one of the main ligaments in the knee joint. It connects the thigh bone (femur) to the shin bone (tibia), as seen below: The ACL is a rope-like structure that mainly functions to prevent the tibia from sliding out in front of the femur, and
Read MoreWhat is a Posterior Cruciate Ligament injury? The posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) is located at the back of the knee. The PCL connects the thighbone to the shinbone. Ligaments are strong bands of tissue that attach bones to one another. A PCL injury is not usually as serious as an ACL injury, though it can
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