Describing the displacement of the femoral head in relation to the femoral neck, slippery femoral epiphysis is the most common hip disorder in adolescents (19.8 cases per 1,000,000 children) and which affects boys more often than girls. (Kelsey JL, Keggi KJ and Soutwhick WO., 1970). The slippery femoral epiphysis is classified as stable or unstable depending on the stability of the physis. It is a sliding movement back and down of the proximal epiphysis of the femur relative to the metaphysis (growth plate of the femoral head) causing an apparent deformity of the varus.

You may find it difficult to get out of bed in the morning, especially in the third trimester.Here's how to get out of bed comfortably:.Roll onto your side with your knees together and slightly bent. If turning is a struggle, use your arms and legs to help you,...

A bursa is a bag that is closed and filled with fluid, its surface is smooth to help reduce friction between the tissues of the body. Bursitis is the condition when the bursa becomes inflamed. 4 bursa in the kneePrepatellar bursa (located above the patella). Suprapatellar bursa (located above the knee, between...

A bone spur or osteophyte is a bony growth caused by an overloaded attachment of a tendon or ligament to a bone. The swelling caused by this trauma would be the origin of this calcareous deposit. An osteophyte is a remodeling of the damaged bone. A bone spur is a bony growth formed on normal bone that can cause wear and tear or pain if it presses or rubs against other bones or soft tissues such as ligaments, tendons or nerves in the body. Common locations for osteophytes include the spine, shoulders, hands, hips, knees and feet.

Introduction – A New Equilibrium for a New LifeUnderstanding the physiological and biomechanical changes that reshape balance during pregnancyPregnancy is not just a biological event—it is a transformation that permeates every dimension of a woman’s life, including her body’s most fundamental systems of orientation and movement. Among the many...

A muscle spasm is a sudden, involuntary movement of one or more muscles. A spasm is described as an involuntary muscle contraction, when measured by electomyography, or as spontaneous motor unit activity (Travel, Simons, 1983). Muscular defense is a reflex which is a muscular spasm in response to pain. This painful stimulus...

The repercussions of pandemics on the economy and public health are phenomena that transcend time. When comparing the 1918 influenza and the current COVID-19 pandemic, striking similarities emerge, influencing not only the global economy but also the way osteopathic practitioners interact with their audiences. This in-depth analysis will highlight more parallels...