Iselin’s disease is a relatively uncommon orthopedic condition that affects growing children, particularly those engaged in high-impact sports or physical activities. Named after Dr. Hans Iselin, who first described the condition, Iselin’s disease is an apophysitis, an inflammation where a tendon attaches to a growth plate, affecting the base of the fifth metatarsal bone of the foot. This area, also known as the tuberosity of … Continue reading Iselin’s Disease
Cauliflower ear is a condition that changes the shape of the outer ear after an injury. It happens when the ear is hit or pressed many times. This causes blood or fluid to build up between the skin and cartilage (the firm part of the ear). If not treated, the ear can swell and harden, giving it a lumpy shape like a cauliflower (1). Symptoms … Continue reading Cauliflower Ear
Muscular Dystrophy (MD) refers to a group of genetic disorders characterized by progressive muscle weakness and degeneration. These conditions are typically inherited and result from mutations in genes responsible for muscle structure and function. Over time, individuals with MD experience increasing difficulty with mobility and daily activities, such as walking or lifting objects (1, 2). Common Symptoms Muscle weakness happens in the significant body parts … Continue reading Muscular Dystrophy
Dermatomyositis (DM) is a rare, chronic autoimmune disease that systemically affects the skin and skeletal muscles. It can occur in both juvenile and adult forms and is characterized by a combination of muscle weakness and distinctive skin rashes. In adults, especially older individuals, DM is sometimes associated with underlying malignancies or interstitial lung disease (1). Symptoms The most common symptom is symmetrical proximal muscle weakness, … Continue reading Dermatomyositis
Ankylosing spondylitis (AS) is a chronic inflammatory disease that primarily affects the spine and sacroiliac joints, leading to pain, stiffness, and, in severe cases, fusion of the vertebrae (1). It is classified under the broader category of axial spondyloarthritis and is a systemic condition that can also impact peripheral joints, entheses (sites where tendons and ligaments attach to bone), and extra-articular systems such as the … Continue reading Ankylosing Spondylitis
