A hip socket that does not entirely encompass the ball section of the upper thighbone is referred to as having hip dysplasia by medical professionals. This makes it possible for the hip joint to become partially or fully dislocated. The majority of persons who have...
Knee replacement surgery is one of the most effective operations in all medicine and a common procedure in orthopedics. Although complications following knee replacement surgery are uncommon, patients’ two most common symptoms after the procedure are ongoing...
Anatomy of the Elbow The humerus, located in the upper arm, the radius, located in the middle of the forearm; and the ulna, located at the end of the forearm, comprise the three bones of the elbow joint. Epicondyles are bony bumps located at the lower end of the...
Orthopedic surgery is a specialist within medicine that focuses on diagnosing and treating injuries and diseases of the musculoskeletal system (the bones, joints, muscles, and ligaments). Fixing a broken bone, on the one hand, is a relatively simple orthopedic...
AOA Orthopedic Specialists boasts 28 top orthopedic surgeons in DFW trained in every orthopedic sub-specialty. Many physicians at AOA Orthopedic Specialists participated in prestigious fellowship training and underwent board certification for their chosen specialties....
The elbow is a complex joint that is located in the middle of your arm, and it connects the humerus (the long bone in the upper arm) and the ulna (the thinner and longer of the two bones in the human forearm, on the side opposite to the thumb). Your elbow is important...
Sometimes surgery can seem unavoidable for many people who are exploring treatments for relief from back, shoulder, hip, elbow, or leg pain. However, joint pain and mobility issues do not always have to lead to surgery. Surgery is not always the quickest path to...
All About the Knee The anatomy of the knee is quite complex, incorporating several ligaments, bones, and tendons. Knee pain can affect people of any age and for any number of reasons. Pain in the knee can sometimes be attributed to sports injuries or with general wear...
While the function and structure of the wrist is one of the most complex in your body, the purpose of your wrists are to be able to support a wide range of movement. The wrist is made up of many joints, bones, ligaments, and tendons that work together for the wrist to...
The shoulder provides a 360-degree range of motion while muscles and ligaments stabilize the shoulder. The small contact area of the joint is what allows for such extreme mobility. The rotator cuff plays a vital role in the overall function of the shoulder. Its...
