Isolated Stieda Process Fracture of Talus The Stieda process is an elongation of the lateral tubercle of the posterior process of the talus. This process is the insertion point of the posterior talofibular ligament. It forms from fusion of a secondary ossification center at the posterolateral aspect of the talus with rest of the […]
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Haglund’s Deformity Haglund’s deformity, also known as “pump bump” or “retrocalcaneal bursitis,” is a bony enlargement on the back of the heel bone (calcaneus). It typically occurs where the Achilles tendon attaches to the heel. This condition can result in pain, swelling and inflammation in the affected area. Causes of Haglund’s Deformity Haglund’s deformity is
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Kager’s Fat Pad Sprain Kager’s fat pad sprain, also known as Kager’s triangle or Kager’s triangle syndrome, is a condition involving injury or inflammation to the retrocalcaneal bursa and adjacent structures in the ankle. What is this Kager’s fat pad? Kager’s fat pad is a small fatty tissue located in the space between the
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Spotlight on Skin: Understanding Lumps and Bumps Discovering a new lump or bump can be quite a worrying experience, especially if you do not know what it is. Today we will discuss ‘lumps and bumps’ the colloquial phrases often used to describe various irregularities or growths on the body. These can include cysts, lipomas
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