Stress fracture, also called fatigue fracture, is a bone injury resulting from repeated stress on a bone rather than...

Carpal tunnel syndrome is a compressive neuropathy of the median nerve in the wrist causing paresthesia and weakness in the hands (1). Carpal tunnel syndrome is commonly associated with repeated or sustained activity of the fingers and hands.

Introduction The evolution of bipedal walking in humans has been a fascinating journey through time, marked by significant anatomical and biomechanical adjustments. Among the crucial muscular structures involved in this transition, the iliopsoas stands out as an essential protagonist, playing a key role in coordinating movements of the hip and spine. This...

Bone cysts are bags of fluid that form inside the joints. They occur in the subchondral bone, the layer of bone just below the cartilage. Description Subchondral cysts appear to be precursors of osteoarthritis.Osteoarthritis causes the progressive breakdown of cartilage and bones in a joint.Subchondral cysts are usually found in the...

Iodine is an essential component of the thyroid hormones thyroxine (T4) and triiodothyronine (T3). The mother's thyroid hormone level affects fetal growth and proper neurological development during pregnancy and after birth.

Introduction Surfer's myelopathy is a rare but notable condition that can develop in surfing enthusiasts due to repetitive movements of the neck and cervical spine. This condition is primarily attributed to excessive neck flexion and spinal cord compression while surfing. From an etiological point of view, surfer's myelopathy is linked to repeated...

Introduction The COVID-19 pandemic has brought significant challenges to the physical and mental health of individuals globally. Among the many aspects of combating the virus, osteopathy is emerging as a complementary approach that could play a significant role in managing the physical discomfort associated with COVID-19. In this article, we will explore...