Normal Range of Motion Neck Your neck is an important part of your body, and a normal range of motion is vital for daily activities. The normal range of motion neck includes flexion, extension, bending, and rotation. A lack of range of motion can lead to pain and restricted movement. Normal range in your neck is usually between 40 and…
Stages Decubitus Ulcers The clinical presentation of stages decubitus ulcers varies from case to case. The attendant usually reports a lack of sensation at the lesion site, and the ulcer may stain the bedsheets and clothes. However, decubitus ulcers are not always easily detectable, as the skin and soft tissue resist external pressure differently. Before the skin breaks down, the…
Posterior View of Spinal Cord The posterior view of spinal cord is often referred to as somatotopic representation. It shows the axons entering the cord in lateral positions near the midline. The cauda equina and lateral divisions are also visible in the view. This view is the most common of the three views of the spinal cord. Anterior View Of…
Shoulder Hemiarthroplasty Shoulder hemiarthroplasty is a surgical procedure to repair or replace an injured joint in the shoulder. This procedure is performed using a combination of techniques. The procedure involves an incision that covers a large area of the shoulder and can be performed on patients of any age. The recovery period can take up to two months. Indications Shoulder…
Blood Supply to the Spine The blood supply to the spine varies depending on the region. In the cervical region, the vertebral artery provides the primary blood supply for the vertebrae, whereas the blood supply to the thoracic and lumbar regions comes from the segmental arteries. The sacral region gets its blood supply from the lateral sacral branches of the…
Hemiarthroplasty Shoulder Hemiarthroplasty shoulder is a surgical procedure that replaces a shoulder joint using a prosthesis. The procedure uses a rounded replacement socket that is placed on the humerus. It can help patients with rotator cuff arthropathy. However, it may not be the right choice for those with structural damage to the rotator cuff. Another contraindication is a fracture in…
Testicular Torsion Diagram A testicular torsion diagram is useful in identifying a torsion pattern in a testis. It helps identify the types of torsion in testis and spermatic cord. In the diagram, the spermatic cord is twisted around the testis and is described as an “A” shape. Other torsion patterns include: Horizontal, Lateral, and Intermittent. Anterior Anterior testicular torsion is…
Above Knee Amputation Above knee amputation (AKA) is a surgical procedure that removes a part of a person’s leg above the knee. This type of amputation may be needed for several reasons. These include non-healing diabetic wounds, vascular compromise, and unresectable tumors. It may also be performed in a patient who is immunocompromised. Keeping Thigh Straight Maintaining the straightness of…
Open Reduction Internal Fixation of the Femur (ORIF) The ORIF technique is a surgical procedure that can be performed to repair a fractured femur. The procedure is used to repair distal femur fractures. However, it is not necessary for minor fractures. A cast or splint can be used instead. Open Reduction Internal Fixation Open reduction internal fixation of the femur…
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