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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: Diagnosis, Treatment

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: Diagnosis and Treatment

Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is a common condition that affects the hand and wrist. It occurs when the median nerve, which runs from the forearm into the palm of the hand, becomes compressed or squeezed at the wrist1. The median nerve is responsible for providing feeling to the palm side of the thumb, index finger, middle finger, and part of the ring finger. It also controls the muscles around the base of the thumb1. CTS is a progressive condition that can worsen over time without proper care3.

Symptoms

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Athletic pubalgia diagnosis and surgery

Athletic Pubalgia (Sports Hernia): Diagnosis and Surgical Treatment

Athletic pubalgia (AP), commonly known as a sports hernia, is a painful soft tissue injury that affects the groin area. While not a true hernia, it involves a strain or tear of the soft tissues (muscles, tendons, or ligaments) in the lower abdomen or groin1. It’s crucial to understand that athletic pubalgia is not a true hernia, but rather an overuse injury where the muscles and tendons are worn down or partially torn3. This condition is particularly prevalent among athletes engaged in sports that involve sudden changes of … Read more

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Concussion Diagnosis, Management, and Return-to-Play

Concussion in Athletes: Diagnosis, Management, and Long-Term Effects

Concussions are a common injury in athletes, particularly those participating in contact sports 1. This article summarizes current guidelines for the diagnosis and management of concussions in athletes, discusses the importance of a graded return-to-play (RTP) protocol, and explores the long-term effects of repeated concussions.

Methodology

This article was developed based on a comprehensive review of current guidelines and research on concussion in athletes. Reputable sources, including sports medicine organizations, research papers, and articles, were consulted to gather information on concussion diagnosis, management, and long-term effects. The research process involved the … Read more

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Stress Fractures in Athletes: Diagnosis and Management

Stress Fractures in Athletes: Diagnosis, Management, and the Importance of Rest

Stress fractures are a common overuse injury in athletes, occurring when repetitive stress exceeds the bone’s ability to repair itself1. These injuries can be debilitating, leading to significant time away from training and competition2. This article provides a comprehensive overview of stress fractures in athletes, encompassing their diagnosis, management, and the crucial role of rest and gradual return to activity in ensuring optimal recovery and preventing recurrence.

Introduction

Stress fractures, also known as bone stress injuries, arise from cumulative microdamage to the bone. They occur … Read more

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Outpatient Total Joint Arthroplasty

Outpatient Total Joint Arthroplasty: A Comprehensive Review of Feasibility and Safety in Carefully Selected Patients

Total joint arthroplasty (TJA) has traditionally been performed as an inpatient procedure, requiring patients to stay in the hospital for several days after surgery. However, the projected increase in primary total hip arthroplasty (THA) by 71% to 635,000 procedures and primary total knee arthroplasty (TKA) by 85% to 1.26 million procedures by 2030 in the USA 1 highlights the growing importance of outpatient procedures. Advances in surgical techniques, anesthesia, and pain management have made it possible for some patients to undergo TJA on an outpatient … Read more

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Post-Arthroplasty Rehabilitation: Protocols and Strategies

Total Joint Arthroplasty and the Importance of Structured Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Programs

Total joint arthroplasty (TJA) is a surgical procedure in which parts of an arthritic or damaged joint are removed and replaced with a prosthesis. The most common types of TJA are total hip arthroplasty (THA) and total knee arthroplasty (TKA) 1. TJA is a highly effective procedure for relieving pain and restoring function in individuals with severe joint damage 2. However, despite the effectiveness of TJA in reducing pain and improving function, there is still uncertainty about the most effective rehabilitation interventions and components 3… Read more

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