Pain in the tendon Various muscles that are responsible for bending (plantar flexion) or stretching (dorsal extension) the toes end at the toe. The long and short toe flexors are needed for flexion, in the case of the big toe the so-called big toe flexors. Long and short big toe extensors are responsible for extension … Pain in the tendon | Pain in the toe
Pain toenail Common causes of pain in the toenail are nail bed inflammation and nail fungus. Nail bed inflammation is caused by poorly fitting shoes, incorrect cutting of the nails, so that the toenail is injured or ingrown, or by sports injuries. The nail wall, the nail bed or the nail fold are usually reddened … Pain toenail | Pain in the toe
Inflammation of the nail bed Inflammation of the nail bed usually occurs because the toenail is waxed in. Pain, redness and possibly pus are indications of an inflammation of the nail bed. Often the affected area on the toe is very sensitive to touch, so walking in shoes is perceived as unpleasant. The toenail may … Inflammation of the nail bed | Pain in the toe
Prophylaxis Since the brittle bone disease is genetically determined, it cannot be prevented by prophylactic measures. However, a lifestyle adapted to the disease can alleviate its course and symptoms. Those affected should not put additional strain on their bones, i.e. they should avoid alcohol and smoking. In addition, a balanced diet that avoids overweight and … Prophylaxis | Brittle bone disease
Bone consists of solid connective tissue (collagen), which is fibrously entangled. Limestone salts are ultimately deposited in this structure, which give the bone its final strength and mineralize it. In vitreous bone disease there is a gene mutation on chromosomes 7 and 17, which contain the information for the formation of the most important collagen … Brittle bone disease
Classification Brittle bone disease can be divided into different subtypes, each of which has its own characteristics. They often differ in the stature of the affected persons, as well as in the expression of symptoms and the course of the disease. Type I (type Lobstein): Type I of the brittle bone disease is the mildest … Classification | Brittle bone disease
Medicine and rehabilitation know a wide range of aids, which are offered as part of a therapy or to regain independence. Orthoses occupy a central position in this regard. What is an orthosis? An orthosis is a medical device that can be used to support and correct individual components of the body. A technical device … Orthosis: Applications & Health Benefits
Procedure of the examination The course of the MRI examination usually begins with an informative conversation with the respective specialist. Preparations at home are usually not necessary, but care should be taken to ensure that there is no more fluid and food intake approximately four hours before the examination. Since contrast media are often used … MRI of the shoulder joint
Diagnosis Magnetic resonance imaging is mainly used when injuries of the soft tissues and/or tendons are suspected. Usually, MRI of the shoulder joint reveals tears or ruptures of the tendons in the rotator cuff or the long biceps tendon. In addition, it is possible to detect or rule out possible bursitis (inflammation of the bursa). … Diagnosis | MRI of the shoulder joint
MRT for a torn tendon Whenever there is a strong suspicion of a torn tendon in the shoulder (torn or torn rotator cuff) and the medical history and physical examination of the shoulder joint indicate this, special imaging is necessary to confirm or substantiate the suspicion and subsequently initiate optimal therapy. The imaging methods used … MRT for a torn tendon | MRI of the shoulder joint
Over the course of evolution, a skeletal system has developed that not only provides humans with the stability and mobility to walk upright. The skeletal system includes an enormous number of bones. This amounts to between 208 and 212 bony parts. What are bones? The Latin term for bones, which is common usage in medicine, … Bones: Structure, Function & Diseases
Bone tissue remodeling corresponds to bone remodeling that occurs permanently within bone tissue. Bones are adapted to current loading conditions by the remodeling processes of osteoclasts and osteoblasts. Excessive bone remodeling characterizes Paget’s disease. What is bone tissue remodeling? Bone tissue remodeling corresponds to bone remodeling that occurs permanently within bone tissue. Bone tissue damage … Bone Tissue Remodeling (Bone Remodeling): Function, Tasks, Role & Diseases