Achilles tendon inflammation
The Achilles tendon, also called the calcaneal tendon, connects the triceps surae (calf muscle comprising the medial and lateral gastrocnemius and the soleus) to the calcaneum (heel bone located at the back of t.
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Anterior cruciate ligament rupture
La Anterior cruciate ligament rupture is a serious knee strain .
Total knee remplacement
A total knee remplacement consists in replacing the damaged with an artificial joint. This procedure has been performed for several decades and is now well established and thriving. It lastingly transforms the l.
Osteoarthritis : Cartilage wear and tear
Osteoarthritis is a common, chronic joint disorder characterized by cartilage degeneration..
Tendon damage and rupture
There are numerous tendons in the human body. These thick cords, which are extensions of the muscle and attach the muscle to the bone, play a dynamic role in movement and joint stabilization. All tendons can be .
Ankle Sprain
The ankle is a very complex, mobile joint that bears the full weight of the body and enables movement. It is under a lot of strain making it extremely vulnerable to sprains. The bone architecture of the ankle co.
The Knee surgery : an operation for every case !
The knee, a vital and fragile joint ! The knee is the joint between the lower part of the femur and the higher part of the tibia. The surfaces of these bones are covered with cartilage where they come into cont.
Dislocation
Commonly referred to as dislocation, luxation is a trauma to a joint. Caused by a violent blow or by a sudden or unusual movement, it is characterized by a complete separation between the surfaces of the joint. .
Elbow surgery : regaining arm mobility
Elbow stiffness : a debilitating disorder The elbow is a joint connecting three bones: the humerus, the ulna and the radius. The way in which they are naturally interconnected enables the arm to be flexed and e.