Overview Infection, though an uncommon complication of arthroplasty, may be among the most de

Overview Arthrocentesis (joint aspiration) is a basic diagnostic tool in the evaluation and t

Background Wrist pain often proves to be a challenging presenting complaint. Determining the

Overview In general, splints are applied to decrease movement and provide support and comfort

Overview Despite the inherent stability of the joints of the thumb, the vulnerable anatomic p

Overview Surgery for Dupuytren contracture generally should be performed on an affected metac

Overview Background Dislocation of the radial head occurs most frequently in men who a

Fingernails Human fingernails, located on the dorsal aspect of the terminal 40% of the distal

Overview Mannerfelt syndrome refers to rupture of the flexor pollicis longus tendon from attr

Flexor Tendon System The flexor tendon system of the hand consists of the flexor muscles of t

Overview Hand injuries are commonly seen in the emergency department (ED), and emergency phys

Overview Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is a common mononeuropathy due to entrapment of the med

Indications for Surgical Intervention Distal talofibular ligament sprain with widened ankle m

Background Foot infections can be difficult problems for physicians to treat because of the b

Overview Splints are generally applied to decrease movement to provide support and comfort th

Overview Medial epicondylitis, also called golfers elbow, was first described in 1882 by Henr

Overview Background Splints are generally applied to decrease movement to provide supp

Overview Arthrocentesis involves both the puncture of a joint and the aspiration of its synov

Overview Metal has been used extensively in the manufacturing of orthopedic implants in a mul

Overview Immune response to implants is commonly reported in the literature and can include h