Gamma Hydroxybutyrate
Gamma Hydroxybutyrate General information Gamma hydroxybutyrate (GHB) is produced in the breakdown of chemicals that help nerves transmit signals through the body. It can be found in many organs of…
Combined Knee Ligament Sprain
Combined Knee Ligament Sprain Description A combined knee ligament sprain is a sprain (tear) of multiple major ligaments of the knee. The four knee ligaments are the anterior cruciate ligament…
Fractures in Children
Fractures in Children Description Complete or incomplete bone breaks in growing athletes are often caused by a fall or by contact injuries. Fractures may involve any part of the bone,…
Footstrike Hemolysis (March Hemoglobinuria)
Footstrike Hemolysis (March Hemoglobinuria) Description Footstrike hemolysis is a condition seen most often in distance runners. It is characterized by the breakdown of red blood cells in blood vessels, which…
Folliculitis
Folliculitis Description Folliculitis is an inflammation, usually caused by bacteria, of the hair follicle gland in the skin. Some individuals are more prone to folliculitis, but such infections can be…
Clavicular Osteolysis (Weight Lifter’s Shoulder)
Clavicular Osteolysis (Weight Lifter’s Shoulder) Description Clavicular osteolysis is an overuse injury to the joint at the end of the collarbone (clavicle) at the roof of the shoulder (acromion). The…
Eye Foreign Body
Eye Foreign Body Description In sports and recreational activity, a foreign body may enter and stay in the eye. This can result in an abrasion (scratch) of the eye, vision…
Eye Contusion
Eye Contusion Description A contusion of the eye is a bruise around the eye. Also known as a “shiner” or “black eye,” a contusion is usually the result of direct…
Chondral Injury
Chondral Injury Description A chondral injury is a localized injury affecting a surface of the joint that involves breaking, with or without separation, of a segment of articular cartilage without…
