Orthopedics Guide

Degenerative joint disease causing cartilage breakdown, pain, and stiffness, commonly affecting knees, hips, hands, and spine.

Autoimmune inflammatory arthritis causing joint pain, swelling, and potential deformity, often affecting hands and feet symmetrically.

Broken bones from trauma, stress, or osteoporosis, requiring immobilization, casting, or surgical repair depending on severity.

Ligament sprains and muscle/tendon strains from overstretching or tearing, causing pain, swelling, and limited mobility.

Inflammation of tendons from overuse or injury, causing pain and tenderness near joints, commonly in shoulders, elbows, and heels.

Inflammation of fluid-filled sacs cushioning joints, causing pain and swelling, often in shoulders, elbows, hips, and knees.

Nerve compression in the wrist causing numbness, tingling, and weakness in the hand, often from repetitive motions.

Tears in shoulder muscles and tendons causing pain, weakness, and limited range of motion, from injury or degeneration.

Adhesive capsulitis causing severe shoulder stiffness and pain, limiting movement, often developing gradually over months.

Lateral epicondylitis causing outer elbow pain from overuse of forearm muscles, common in racquet sports and manual work.

Medial epicondylitis causing inner elbow pain from repetitive wrist and finger motions, affecting golfers and manual laborers.

Anterior cruciate ligament tears in the knee from sudden stops or direction changes, causing instability and often requiring surgery.

Cartilage tears in the knee from twisting or trauma, causing pain, swelling, and catching sensations during movement.

Inflammation of the foot's plantar fascia causing heel pain, especially with first steps in the morning or after rest.

Inflammation of the Achilles tendon causing heel and calf pain, common in runners and from sudden activity increases.

Medial tibial stress syndrome causing shin pain from repetitive stress, common in runners and athletes on hard surfaces.

Small cracks in bones from repetitive force or overuse, common in feet and lower legs of athletes and military recruits.

Bone density loss increasing fracture risk, especially in spine, hips, and wrists, more common in postmenopausal women.

Abnormal sideways spinal curvature, often developing during growth spurts, potentially causing back pain and breathing issues.

Spinal disc rupture causing nerve compression, radiating pain, numbness, and weakness in arms or legs depending on location.

Narrowing of spinal canal compressing nerves, causing back pain, leg pain, and numbness, worsening with standing or walking.

Sciatic nerve irritation causing pain radiating from lower back through buttock and leg, often with numbness and tingling.

Common condition from muscle strain, disc problems, or arthritis, ranging from acute to chronic, affecting daily activities.

Cervical pain from poor posture, muscle strain, arthritis, or nerve compression, causing stiffness and limited head movement.

Neck injury from rapid back-and-forth motion, commonly from car accidents, causing pain, stiffness, and headaches.

Excessive forward rounding of the upper back, causing hunched posture, potentially from osteoporosis, arthritis, or developmental issues.

Excessive inward curve of the lower spine, causing swayback appearance, from obesity, pregnancy, or spinal conditions.

Abnormal hip socket development causing instability and early arthritis, present from birth or developing in childhood.

Serious breaks in the upper femur, common in elderly with osteoporosis, requiring surgery and extensive rehabilitation.

General knee discomfort from various causes including arthritis, injuries, overuse, or mechanical problems affecting mobility.

Runner's knee causing pain around the kneecap from overuse, muscle imbalance, or kneecap misalignment during movement.

Iliotibial band inflammation causing outer knee or hip pain, common in runners and cyclists from repetitive motion.

Bony bumps at the big toe base causing pain, swelling, and toe deviation, from genetics, tight shoes, or arthritis.

Toe deformity with abnormal bend in middle joint, causing pain and corns, from tight shoes or muscle imbalance.

Fallen arches causing foot pain and fatigue, from genetics, injury, or aging, potentially affecting posture and gait.

Excessive foot arch causing instability and pain, increasing stress on ball and heel, from neurological conditions or genetics.

Ligament injuries from rolling or twisting ankle, causing pain, swelling, and instability, common in sports and uneven surfaces.

Bony projections developing along bone edges, often in joints, causing pain and restricted movement from arthritis or stress.

Bone infection from bacteria or fungi, causing pain, fever, and swelling, requiring antibiotics or surgery for treatment.

Joint infection causing severe pain, swelling, and fever, requiring urgent treatment to prevent permanent joint damage.

Inflammatory arthritis from uric acid crystal buildup, causing sudden severe pain, redness, and swelling, often in big toe.

Calcium crystal arthritis causing joint pain and swelling similar to gout, commonly affecting knees, wrists, and ankles.

Chronic widespread musculoskeletal pain with fatigue, sleep issues, and tender points, affecting muscles, tendons, and ligaments.

Inflammatory disorder causing muscle pain and stiffness in shoulders and hips, primarily affecting adults over 50.

Inflammatory arthritis primarily affecting spine, causing pain, stiffness, and potential spinal fusion over time.

Bone disorder disrupting normal bone recycling, causing enlarged, weakened bones prone to fractures and deformity.

Joint condition where bone and cartilage separate from underlying bone, causing pain and joint locking, often in knee.

Serious condition with increased pressure in muscle compartment, reducing blood flow and potentially causing permanent damage.

Various musculoskeletal injuries from athletic activities including sprains, strains, dislocations, and overuse injuries.

Sudden involuntary muscle contractions causing pain, from dehydration, electrolyte imbalance, overuse, or poor circulation.