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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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