A posterolateral corner (PLC) injury is a specific type of knee injury that involves damage to the structures on the back and outside (posterolateral aspect) of the knee joint. The PLC is a complex anatomical region of the knee, and injuries to this

An ACL tear, or anterior cruciate ligament tear, is a common knee injury, particularly among athletes engaged in high-impact sports like basketball, soccer, and football. The ACL is a crucial ligament that stabilizes the knee joint, connecting the fe

Rotator cuff pain is a common issue that can result from various causes, including overuse, injury, or degenerative changes in the shoulder. The rotator cuff is a group of muscles and tendons that surround the shoulder joint, providing stability and

Achilles tendon rupture, also known as tendoachilles rupture, is a relatively common injury that affects the Achilles tendon, which is the largest and strongest tendon in the human body. This tendon connects the calf muscles to the heel bone and is e

Osteoarthritis, often referred to as OA, is a common and chronic joint condition that primarily affects the elderly but can also occur in younger individuals due to various risk factors. It is the most prevalent form of arthritis and is characterized

Tennis elbow, also known as lateral epicondylitis, is a common overuse injury of the forearm muscles and tendons that attach to the lateral epicondyle of the humerus. Despite its name, it can occur in individuals who don't play tennis. Repetitive mot

Plantar fasciitis is a common condition characterized by inflammation of the plantar fascia, a thick band of tissue that runs across the bottom of the foot, connecting the heel bone to the toes. It typically causes stabbing pain near the heel, especi

De Quervain's tenosynovitis, also known as De Quervain's tendinitis or BlackBerry thumb, is a painful condition that affects the tendons on the thumb side of the wrist. It is named after the Swiss surgeon Fritz de Quervain, who first described it in