Orthopaedic Conditions (A–Z)
Find clear, simple guides to bone and joint problems. Choose a body area, or filter by A–Z.
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Hip Conditions
Hip Arthritis (Osteoarthritis)
Hip joint wear and tear that causes pain and stiffness.
Labral Tear
Cartilage ring tear around the hip socket causing catching or pain.
Femoroacetabular Impingement (FAI)
Extra bone shapes that pinch the hip during movement.
Trochanteric Bursitis
Pain on the outer hip from an inflamed cushion (bursa).
Hip Dysplasia (Adult)
Shallow socket that can lead to pain and early arthritis.
Avascular Necrosis
Loss of blood supply to the hip ball causing bone damage.
Knee & Leg Conditions
Knee Arthritis (Osteoarthritis)
Worn knee joint cartilage causing pain, swelling, and stiffness.
Meniscus Tear
Cartilage “shock absorber” tear from twisting or wear.
ACL Injury
Ligament injury that can make the knee feel unstable.
MCL/LCL Sprain
Side ligament strain from a knock or twist.
Patellofemoral Pain
Front-of-knee pain, often worse with stairs or sitting.
Kneecap Instability
Kneecap moves out of place, causing giving-way or pain.
Shoulder Conditions
Rotator Cuff Tear
Tendon tear causing pain and weakness with lifting.
Frozen Shoulder
Stiff, painful shoulder that slowly loosens over time.
Shoulder Impingement
Tendons rub under the bone roof, causing pain with reach.
Shoulder Instability
Shoulder slips out of place (partial or full dislocation).
AC Joint Arthritis
Wear in the small joint on top of the shoulder.
Biceps Tendinitis
Front-of-shoulder tendon irritation from overuse.
Foot & Ankle Conditions
Ankle Sprain
Twisted ankle stretching or tearing the ligaments.
Achilles Tendinopathy
Sore, thickened tendon at the back of the ankle.
Plantar Fasciitis
Heel pain from a tight band under the foot.
Bunion (Hallux Valgus)
Big toe drifts towards the others, making a bump.
Ankle Arthritis
Worn ankle joint causing pain and swelling.
Foot Stress Fracture
Tiny crack in the bone from repeated load.
Elbow & Hand Conditions
Tennis Elbow
Tendon pain on the outer elbow from gripping or lifting.
Golfer’s Elbow
Inner elbow tendon pain from pull or overuse.
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Nerve squeeze in the wrist causing numb thumb and fingers.
Trigger Finger
Finger catches or locks when you bend it.
De Quervain’s
Tendon pain on the thumb side of the wrist.
Thumb Base Arthritis
Wear at the base of the thumb causing pinch pain.
Spine Conditions
Low Back Pain
Common back ache from joints, discs, or muscles.
Sciatica
Leg pain from a pinched nerve in the back.
Slipped Disc (Herniated Disc)
Disc bulge pressing on a nerve.
Spinal Stenosis
Narrow spinal canal causing leg pain with walking.
Neck Pain
Sore neck from joints, discs, or muscle strain.
Spondylolisthesis
One back bone slips forward on another.
Note: Information here supports, but does not replace, advice from your own doctor.