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A stretched or torn muscle or tendon. Tendons are tissues that connect muscle to bone.

An artificial device to replace a missing body part such as a limb, tooth, eye, or heart valve.

A minimally invasive surgical procedure on a joint in which an examination and sometimes treatment is performed using an arthroscope.

A surgical procedure that involves replacing one half of the joint with an artificial surface and leaving the other part in its natural (pre-operative) state.

Inflammation of a bursa, typically one in the knee, elbow, or shoulder.

A surgical operation to remove the back part of one or more vertebrae to give more room to the spinal cord or a nerve.

A genetic disorder characterized by bones that break easily, often from little or no apparent cause.

A surgical operation whereby a bone is cut to shorten, lengthen, or change its alignment.

A surgical procedure used to link together vertebrae, often because of a herniated disc.

A condition where the cartilage on the undersurface of the patella (kneecap) deteriorates and softens.

A sideways curvature of the spine that occurs most often during the growth spurt just before puberty.

A forward rounding of the back. Some rounding is normal, but the term usually refers to an exaggerated rounding, more than 50 degrees.

A short band of tough, flexible, fibrous connective tissue that connects two bones or cartilages or holds together a joint.

A bone disease that occurs when the body loses too much bone, makes too little bone, or both, leading to weak and brittle bones.

A surgical procedure involving the removal of all or part of a torn meniscus in the knee.

A pathology of the spinal cord which can result from many conditions such as degenerative diseases or spinal cord trauma.

A break, typically in a bone. It can be classified by its character and location such as hairline, compound, or comminuted.

A condition that causes tingling, numbness, and other symptoms in the hand and arm caused by a compressed nerve in the carpal tunnel.

A stretched or torn ligament. Ligaments are tissues that connect bones at a joint.

An excessive inward curve of the spine. When it's severe, it can affect posture and cause pain.

Specially designed devices worn inside the shoe to support, align, or improve the function of the foot.

A treatment method for soft tissue injuries which is an acronym for Rest, Ice, Compression, and Elevation.

A type of joint disease that results from breakdown of joint cartilage and underlying bone, often leading to pain and stiffness.

An injury where a joint is forced out of its normal position.

Inflammation of a tendon, most commonly from overuse but also from infection or rheumatic disease.

A dysfunction or damage to one or more nerves, typically causing numbness, tingling, muscle weakness and pain in the affected area.

An inflammatory arthritis affecting the spine and large joints, resulting in fusion of the affected joints.

Bands of scar tissue that form between tissues and organs, often after surgery, that can cause organs and tissues to stick together.

Inflammation of the plantar fascia, the thick tissue on the bottom of the foot, causing heel pain.

Inflammation of the fluid-filled sheath (synovium) that surrounds a tendon, leading to joint pain, swelling and stiffness.

The medical term for the condition commonly called a bunion, in which the big toe is angled excessively towards the second toe.

A bony bump that forms on the joint at the base of the big toe, caused by the big toe pushing against the next toe.

The surgical removal of the synovial membrane that lines a joint.

A disorder characterized by widespread musculoskeletal pain accompanied by fatigue, sleep, memory and mood issues.

Inflammation or swelling of the muscles, often as a result of injury, infection, or autoimmune condition.

A condition in which one or more fingers become permanently bent in a flexed position, usually developing over years.

A surgical procedure where the fascia is cut to relieve tension or pressure commonly to treat the resulting loss of circulation to an area of tissue or muscle.

A device that measures angles or range of motion in a joint.

A chronic inflammatory disorder affecting many joints, including those in the hands and feet.