Bones Articles A-Z
Osteogenesis Imperfecta Treatment
Osteogenesis imperfecta treatment generally includes surgery, physical therapy, and lifestyle changes. This eMedTV article explains how osteogenesis imperfecta treatment can help control symptoms, maximize mobility, and build muscle strength.
| Other ACL Reconstruction Risks |
This multimedia clip describes major complications that can occur with this procedure.
|
| Other ACL Surgery (Bone-Patellar-Bone) Complications |
This multimedia clip describes major complications that can occur with this procedure.
|
| Other ACL Surgery Complications (Hamstring Graft) |
This multimedia clip describes major complications that can occur with this procedure.
| Other Complications -- Ankle Surgery |
This video clip introduces major complications with this procedure and possible outcomes.
| Other Considerations -- Bunionectomy With Fusion |
This video clip introduces possible major complications and outcomes.
|
| Other Knee Arthroscopy With Meniscectomy Complications |
This multimedia clip describes major complications that can occur with this procedure.
|
| Other Knee Arthroscopy With Plica Removal Complications |
This multimedia clip describes major complications that can occur with this procedure.
| Overview of Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Tear in the Knee |
Most people hurt their ACL when they turn quickly while running or doing a sporting activity. This clip takes a closer look at what happens when the ACL is torn.
| Overview of Bunions |
Bunions change the shape of the foot and can cause pain. This multimedia clip takes a closer look at bunions and how they affect your feet.
| Overview of Hip Arthritis |
This video segment provides an overview of hip arthritis, a condition affecting the joint.
| Overview of Knee Arthritis |
Arthritis, as this video clip explains, can affect several joints, including the knee.
| Overview of the Meniscus |
The meniscus, as this video clip explains, is a piece of cartilage that is part of the knee's anatomy.
| Pain and Swelling -- ACL Surgery (Hamstring Graft) |
This clip features information about pain and swelling after the procedure.
Pain and Swelling After ACL Reconstruction
It is normal to experience pain and swelling after ACL reconstruction. This portion of the eMedTV Web site discusses how the pain will improve over time with physical therapy and explains that permanent pain is extremely rare.
| Pain With Hardware -- Ankle Surgery Complications |
This video explains what your doctor may do if you experience pain caused by hardware.
| Possible Bone Graft With Wrist Fracture Surgery |
This multimedia video clip describes in detail how a bone graft is performed.
| Possible Knee Problems (Plica) |
Your doctor may find some problems during knee arthroscopy. This video clip discusses some of the problems your doctor may find.
| Possible Risks (Bunionectomy With Osteotomy) -- Abnormal Scarring |
This multimedia clip discusses the risk of abnormal scarring associated with this procedure.
| Possible Risks (Bunionectomy With Osteotomy) -- Allergic Reaction to Medication |
This video explains why allergic reactions to medicines occur and how likely they are.
| Possible Risks (Bunionectomy With Osteotomy) -- Blood Loss |
This video clip discusses how rarely loss of blood supply to the bone occurs after surgery.
| Possible Risks (Bunionectomy With Osteotomy) -- Bone Healing Problems |
This video clip describes the two most common types of improper bone healing.
| Possible Risks (Bunionectomy With Osteotomy) -- Hardware Failure |
This clip explains what may happen if hardware failure occurs after an osteotomy.
| Possible Risks (Bunionectomy With Osteotomy) -- Infection |
This video clip explains the risk of infection associated with surgical procedures.
| Possible Risks (Bunionectomy With Osteotomy) -- Long-term Foot Pain |
This clip discusses treatment options for pain after bunion surgery.
|
| Possible Risks (Bunionectomy With Osteotomy) -- Pain With Hardware |
This video explains what your doctor may do if you experience pain caused by hardware.
| Possible Risks (Bunionectomy With Osteotomy) -- Toe in the Wrong Position |
This clip explains what will happen if an abnormal toe position occurs after surgery.
| Possible Risks (Bunionectomy With Osteotomy) -- Wound Breakdown |
This video segment explains what wound breakdown is, why it occurs, and treatment options.
|
| Possible Risks and Outcomes -- Bunion Surgery (Osteotomy) |
This video clip introduces possible major complications and outcomes.
| Possible Risks and Outcomes -- Wrist Surgery |
This video clip addresses the risk of major complications occurring with this procedure.
Pregnancy, Breastfeeding, and Bone Health
As this eMedTV article explains, during pregnancy or breastfeeding, it is vital for women to take care of their bone health -- and take care of the baby's bone health, too. This page offers information on pregnancy, breastfeeding, and bone health.
In preparing for ACL surgery, you must not eat or drink anything for at least eight hours ahead of time. This eMedTV article offers some precautions for ACL surgery and discusses what information to expect from your doctor regarding preparation.
| Problems in the Knees |
ACL injuries, loose bodies inside the knee, and diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis are some of the problems that can occur in the knee. This video discusses several common knee problems.
| Recommending a Bunionectomy With Osteotomy |
This clip discusses possible reasons why your doctor may be recommending bunion surgery.
| Recovery From a Bunion Surgery With Osteotomy |
This video clip explains what to expect when recovering from a bunionectomy.
|
| Recovery From a Bunionectomy With Osteotomy |
This video clip explains what to expect when recovering from a bunionectomy.
|
| Recovery From Bunionectomy (Fusion) |
This video clip explains what to expect when recovering from a bunionectomy.
| Repairing Ankle Fractures |
This video file illustrates the process your doctor will take to repair an ankle fracture.
| Risks (Final Thoughts) -- Bunionectomy With Osteotomy |
This video clip discusses the likelihood of complications occurring with your procedure.
| Risks (Major) -- Bunionectomy With Osteotomy |
This interactive video discusses possible major complications.
| Risks (Minor) -- Bunionectomy With Osteotomy |
This video discusses possible minor complications.
|
| Risks and Outcomes -- Bunionectomy With Osteotomy |
This video clip introduces possible major complications and outcomes.
| Risks as a Diabetic (Bunionectomy With Soft Tissue Release) |
This video clip explains some of the health risks associated with diabetes.
|
| Risks as a Diabetic (ACL Reconstruction) |
This video clip explains some of the health risks associated with diabetes.
|
| Risks as a Diabetic (ACL) |
This video clip explains some of the health risks associated with diabetes.
|
| Risks as a Diabetic (Bunionectomy With Fusion) |
This video clip explains some of the health risks associated with diabetes.
|
| Risks as a Diabetic (Knee Arthroscopy With Plica Removal) |
This video clip explains some of the health risks associated with diabetes.