Hammer toe is characterized by hyperextension of the metatarsophalangeal joint, flexion contracture of the proximal interphalangeal joint and hyperextension of the distal interphalangeal joint. The deformity is accentuated by active extension of the supporting toes.

Scientists have long observed that pregnant women tend to lean back to avoid tipping over. However, this posture may place increased pressure on their spine, leading anthropologists to hypothesize that women's lower vertebrae evolved to reduce this pressure during pregnancy.The resilience of the female body during pregnancy is a marvel...

IntroductionKnee ligament injuries are far from being anecdotal, representing between 20 and 40% of sports injuries affecting this crucial joint. In orthopedic medicine, these problems pose a significant challenge by disrupting joint stability and function. The causes are often linked to sports trauma, accidents or sudden movements, with consequences ranging from...

Spondylosis is a broad term used to describe how the spine ages and experiences wear and strain. Signs of osteoarthritis, such as bony protrusion around the margins of the bones, appear as the discs dry up and shrink (bone spurs). Spondylosis is quite prevalent and gets worse with age.

IntroductionThe human body is an intricate network of structural and functional systems, and nowhere is this complexity more evident than in the female anatomy. With adaptations that have evolved over millennia, the female body has developed unique features that serve specific reproductive and biomechanical purposes. These adaptations influence not...

The ballet en pointe position can cause a serious ankle injury. Indeed, behind the finesse and elegance that this position exudes, a nightmare lurks.

IntroductionThe global COVID-19 pandemic has brought about radical changes in society, affecting various aspects of daily life. A worrying phenomenon that has emerged unexpectedly is the rise in antisocial behavior. This blog will look at the potential causes of this increase, examine the implications for society, and propose solutions based on...