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Meralgia Paresthetica: A Commonly Overlooked Cause of Thigh Pain

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Persistent, burning pain along the front or side of the thigh can be frustrating and disruptive for patients. 1-3) The LFCN originates from L2-L3 spinal roots, courses through the lumbar plexus, and exits the pelvis just medial to the ASIS beneath the inguinal ligament - a frequent site of entrapment. (4)

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RAMP Lesion of the Knee

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Three Main Combined Lesions: Medial meniscus ramp lesion Lateral meniscus root tear Anterolateral ligament/complex injury Definition of Ramp Lesion: Disruption of the peripheral meniscocapsular attachment of the posterior horn of the medial meniscus. Epidemiology Prevalence: Initial studies (2014): Found only 4-5% incidence.

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Mastering the Hip Exam: Top Tests for Hip Pain

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Hip pain affects patients of all ages and increases with time. Fortunately, evidence-based chiropractors are proficient in managing most of these patients. Fortunately, evidence-based chiropractors are proficient in managing most of these patients. provided we accurately diagnose the problem. 16) Does Hip Arthritis Cause Pain?

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Managing Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome: New Research Insights and Treatment Strategies

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Gluteus medius weakness Patellofemoral pain syndrome patients consistently demonstrate hip abductor weakness with resultant kinematic problems, particularly uncontrolled hip adduction when ambulating. (8-13) Squatting The most sensitive physical examination test for patellofemoral pain syndrome patients is pain with squatting. (31)

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Zimmer Biomet Highlights Diverse Portfolio of Orthopedic & Musculoskeletal Innovations at AAOS 2025 Annual Meeting

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” The highlights at the Zimmer Biomet booth (#3129) include: Hip Reconstruction Technologies Z1 Femoral Hip System , a triple-taper design with expansive innovations within a more comprehensive system, providing more solutions to treat more patients. A TOTAL KNEE ARTHROPLASTY PROSTHESIS CAPABLE OF REMOTE PATIENT MONITORING.