Abstract A brief overview of mechanical and inflammatory joint conditions. KeywordsOsteoarthritis, Inflammatory Arthritis, Gout, Calcium Pyrosphosphate Deposition Disease, Lyme Arthritis ICD-10-CM Codes M19 Osteoarthritis M10 Gout M11 Calcium Pyrophosphate…
Abstract Heterotopic ossification is the formation of lamellar bone outside the skeletal system and in the soft tissue. This may occur in the skin, subcutaneous tissue, fibrous tissue adjacent to…
Abstract Acute pain is the physiologic response and experience to noxious stimuli that is normally sudden in onset and influences behaviors to avoid actual or potential injury to tissue. The…
Abstract Vascular injury can occur with severe traumatic injury or joint dislocation. In contrast, chronic stress or overuse may cause either damage to the vascular system or symptoms referable to…
Abstract Osteopenia and osteoporosis are common skeletal disorders characterized by decreased bone mass, disruption of bony microarchitecture with loss of trabeculae, diminished bone strength, and an increased risk of fracture….
Abstract Peripheral nerve entrapments can be due to such causes as constrictions through soft-tissue structures, space-occupying lesions, and external compressive forces. They typically present with a characteristic sensory and/or motor…
Abstract Osteomyelitis can take on both acute and chronic forms. Chronic osteomyelitis involves the development of necrotic bone and can involve complications such as sinus tract formation. Osteomyelitis can develop…
Abstract A substantial portion of the population competes in athletic events at the grade school, high school, collegiate, master, recreational, and professional levels. A preparticipation physical examination should be performed…
Abstract The female athlete comprises a unique athletic population that carries with it its own subset of considerations. Two common circumstances exclusive to female athletes include the female athlete triad…
Abstract In this chapter we will review common comorbidities that may affect participation in physical activity, including diabetes mellitus, hypertension, atherosclerotic coronary artery disease, and obesity. Keywords Comorbidity, diabetes mellitus,…
