Diagnosis The diagnosis can be made by describing the above-mentioned symptoms and by pointing out the specific causes of shoulder arthrosis (see above). In addition to the physical examination to differentiate the symptoms, an X-ray examination is also crucial. On the X-ray image, typical changes such as: can be seen. To confirm the involvement of … Diagnosis | Arthrosis in the shoulder
Pain with shoulder joint arthrosis Painkillers can be taken simultaneously with the treatment of the inflammation to relieve the pain caused by shoulder arthrosis. So-called NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) such as ibuprofen or painkillers such as paracetamol may be used. If these do not provide relief, opioid analgesics such as tramadol can be prescribed by … Pain with shoulder joint arthrosis | Arthrosis in the shoulder
Synonyms in a broader sense Elastic cartilage Hyaline cartilage Definition Cartilage is a special form of connective tissue. A distinction is made between different forms of cartilage, which is adapted to the respective function. Forms of cartilage are: Hyaline cartilage Elsterian cartilage Fibrocartilage Development of hyaline cartilage Hyaline cartilage develops from the mesenchyme (form of … Hyaline cartilage
Function Hyaline cartilage In normal joints the bone ends are covered with hyaline cartilage. In articular cartilage, the collagen fibrils are arcade-shaped. They extend radially from the deepest zone, then bend in a tangential direction and retract again into the depth. This results in a zonation from top to bottom. In the tangential zone, the … Function Hyaline cartilage | Hyaline cartilage
What is activated arthrosis? Actuated arthrosis is the most severe form of arthrosis (joint wear and tear). It occurs when a joint that is already affected by arthrosis is stressed too much or for too long. The typical signs of inflammation are pain, swelling, redness and restricted mobility. The pain of activated arthrosis is usually … Activated arthrosis
Treatment of an activated arthrosis First of all, it is important that the joint is immobilised without fail, i.e. that it is not subjected to too much load. Cooling – for example with cooling pads or cool compresses – can temporarily relieve the symptoms. The application of heat – for example by means of infrared … Treatment of an activated arthrosis | Activated arthrosis
Introduction The fracture of the outer ankle (distal fibula fracture = fracture of the lower fibula) is one of the ankle fractures that occur relatively frequently in humans, especially in the context of sports injuries. In more than 80% of cases, an external ankle fracture occurs as a result of a traumatic injury in the … Healing time of an external ankle fracture
Summary Regardless of the fracture type, external ankle fractures have a very good prognosis. After approx. 2 months, normal, moderate strain on the affected leg is possible again, and after 6 months at the latest, sports such as running or football can be practiced again. Complications occur only rarely with both conservative and surgical therapy. … Summary | Healing time of an external ankle fracture
Synonyms in a broader sense Cartilage Cell Chondrocyte Arthrosis Definition Cartilage is a special form of connective tissue. A distinction is made between different forms of cartilage, which is adapted to the respective function. The most important function of cartilage is as a joint surface in the joint and the intervertebral disc. Introduction Cartilage is … Cartilage
Shaping of the cartilage There are three different types of cartilage tissue: The hyaline cartilage The fibrous cartilage and The elastic cartilage Hyaline cartilage During the embryonic phase in humans, most of the later bony skeleton is preformed with cartilage. In adolescents, the epiphyseal joints (growth joints) within the long bones consist of hyaline cartilage, … Shaping of the cartilage | Cartilage
Elastic cartilage Elastic cartilage is the only thing that humans have: in addition to the structures found in hyaline cartilage, it also contains elastic fiber networks. These fiber networks are arranged in a net-like fashion around the chondrons and radiate into the adjacent cartilage skin (perichondrium). Due to these elastic fibers, it has a yellowish … Elastic cartilage | Cartilage
Introduction Big toe metatarsophalangeal joint arthrosis is also known as “hallux rigidus” and is a disease of the forefoot. This clinical picture is characterized by arthrosis in the metatarsophalangeal joint of the big toe, i.e. so-called joint degeneration. After hallux valgus, metatarsophalangeal joint arthrosis is the second most common disease of the foot. It manifests … Metatarsophalangeal joint arthrosis
