Piriformis Syndrome
Abstract Piriformis syndrome describes a clinical situation whereby the piriformis muscle is compressing the sciatic nerve, resulting in a sciatic neuropathy. This may be an intrinsic injury to the piriformis…
Adhesive Capsulitis of the Hip
Abstract Adhesive capsulitis of the hip is a condition of unknown etiology, characterized by loss of passive and active hip motion. Classified by various authors into either primary idiopathic, progressive…
Hip Adductor Strain
Abstract A hip adductor strain is the most common cause of acute groin pain. Athletes who participate in sports that require cutting and sudden change of direction are at a…
Sacroiliac Joint Dysfunction
Abstract Sacroiliac joint dysfunction is a common source of low back pain. In this chapter, a review of the relevant anatomy and frequent presenting symptoms associated with the dysfunction are…
Quadriceps Contusion
Abstract Quadriceps muscle contusions are most commonly encountered in contact sports such as football, soccer, basketball, and wrestling. Injury is usually caused by a direct impact that leads to hemorrhage…
Lumbar Facet Arthropathy
Abstract Lumbar facet arthropathy is a common cause of low back pain. The most common cause of lumbar facet arthropathy is osteoarthritis. History and physical exam are nonspecific in delineating…
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Abstract Lumbar spinal stenosis is a common cause of low back pain and spine-related disability among older adults. Lumbar spinal stenosis is a condition which involves narrowing of the central…
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Abstract Lumbar radiculopathy refers to a pathologic process involving the lumbar nerve roots. The prevalence of lumbar radiculopathy in the general population varies from 2.2% to 8%, depending on the…
Wrist Rheumatoid Arthritis
Abstract Rheumatoid arthritis is a systemic autoimmune disorder involving the synovial joint lining. It is seen more often in women and is thought to be multifactorial in nature. The disorder…
