Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic autoimmune disorder primarily affecting the joints. Unlike osteoarthritis, which results from wear and tear, RA arises when the immune system mistakenly attacks ...
A Perthes lesion is a specific type of shoulder injury involving the glenohumeral (shoulder) joint. It is characterized by the avulsion or tearing of the anteroinferior glenohumeral ligament (AIGHL) f...
Osteonecrosis, also known as avascular necrosis (AVN), is a condition in which bone tissue dies due to a lack of blood supply. The term literally means “bone death.” Without sufficient blood flow, the...
Swan neck deformity is a musculoskeletal condition that primarily affects the fingers, particularly the proximal and distal interphalangeal joints. It is characterized by a distinct and recognizable p...
Synovial chondromatosis is a rare, benign (non-cancerous) joint disorder characterized by the formation of multiple cartilaginous nodules in the synovium—the thin membrane lining the joints. Over time...