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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 Avascular Necrosis of the hip?

What is avascular necrosis? Avascular necrosis (AVN), or osteonecrosis, is a disease that arises as a result of temporary or permanent loss of blood supply to the bone. More specifically, avascular necrosis of the hip arises when the blood supply to the head of the thigh bone (also known as the femur) is disrupted. If

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I have finger numbness, is it Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?

How does carpal tunnel syndrome occur? The carpal tunnel is a passageway in the wrist that contains tendons and the median nerve. Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) occurs when there is compression of the median nerve within the carpal tunnel. As a result, the median nerve is unable to function properly, leading to loss of sensation

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Is my shoulder pain caused by an Acromio-clavicular dislocation?

How does an Acromio-clavicular dislocation occur? The Acromio-clavicular (AC) joint is the joint formed between the end of the collar bone (clavicle) and the shoulder blade (scapula). It facilitates rotational and gliding motions and allows for shoulder movement. Acromio-clavicular dislocation is common among athletes and occurs predominantly among males. An acromio-clavicular dislocation is more common

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Sarah Taylor

Obstetrics & Gynaecology