If the middle joint of a finger is in extended (bent back) position more than normal and also the end joint is in flexed (bent down) position, than it is known as swan neck deformity. Pathophysiology: The intercalated joint collapse in the concept of Landsmeer which means that collapse of a joint in one direction and…

Bursitis is inflammation or irritation of a bursa sac. They’re filled with fluid that helps in ease rubbing and friction between tissues like bones, muscles, tendons, and skin. Bursitis is common around major joints like shoulder, elbow, hip, or knee. Here we’ll discuss about knee bursitis or patellar bursitis. Epidemiology: Prepatellar bursitis affects men more…

One of the most common ways people hurt their knees is by injuring their ACL (anterior cruciate ligament). This is one of the bands of tissue that holds the bones together within your Knee. It also helps to keep your Knee stable. You can stretch or tear your ACL if you make a sudden movement…

Hundreds of athletes sustain acute injuries everyday which can be treated safely at home using the P.R.I.C.E treatment. An acute sports injury is one in which there is a specific mechanism of injury (hit by ball, plant and twist, collision with opponent) and an immediate onset of symptoms including swelling, pain, bleeding, and possible deformity.…