A sprain involves injury to one or several ligaments. The ligaments are usually present at the joints and responsible for connecting 2 bones together. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iQ6OesdfWSk Indications Pain brought about the abrupt force or twisting motion Swelling around the affected area that manifests right away In severe injuries, bruising can occur. The ligament is usually tender […]
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Facial fractures involve damage to any of the bones forming the face. The face is comprised of the mandible, maxilla which is comprised of the nose and upper jaw and the zygomatic bones or the cheeks. What are the indications? The indications of facial fractures are based on the severity and location, but generally include
Abdominal pain is an issue that often occurs among children. It is one of the reasons parents bring their children to a doctor or emergency department. The pain might be difficult to diagnose. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xEvgG1K83GY Many children with abdominal pain eventually get better in hours or days without special treatment and there is no cause often
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A medial ligament sprain of the elbow is due to direct impact, accident or repetitive overuse. It is important to note that the medial collateral ligament in the elbow is positioned on the interior part of the elbow and responsible for stabilizing the joint. What are the indications? Pain and tenderness if the affected area
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A triquetral fracture involves a break in the triquetral bone which is one of the 8 small carpal wrist bones. Remember that the triquetral bone is the second most damaged carpal next to the scaphoid. What are the indications? If an individual is suspected with a triquetral fracture, the following symptoms are present: Wrist pain
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Shoulder tendonitis is a degenerative condition involving any of the tendons that surround the shoulder joint. It usually affects the rotator cuff tendons, but can also affect the biceps and triceps tendons. The condition is an overuse injury that is typically brought about by poor posture and muscular disparities around the shoulder that places increased
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Viral pneumonia involves inflammation of the alveoli in the lungs. It is a serious condition and typically affects children and the elderly. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aBDy5aj06HA What are the causes? It is important to note that young children and the elderly face a higher risk for developing the disease due to a weakened immune system that could not
AC joint separation is damage affecting the ligament that supports the acromioclavicular joint in place at the upper part of the shoulder. The injury is usually caused by a fall onto an extended arm. The acromioclavicular joint is comprised of the exterior end of the clavicle and the acromion process of the shoulder blade. The
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A rotator cuff tear involves damage to the 4 rotator cuff muscles within the shoulder. This injury is quite common in racket and throwing sports. These muscles are responsible for rotating the arm as well as serve as a cuff that provides support around the joint. The injury can vary from minor to severe. The
A bruised spleen involves bruising that occurs after direct impact to the upper left abdominal region. It can occur after a fall or vehicular accident. Remember that this injury is not considered as severe as laceration of the spleen. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2GqTfXPyDXo The spleen is in the upper left region of the abdomen. The organ varies in
