Symptoms in orthopedics
The page Symptoms in Orthopedics deals primarily with pain in different locations of the body. Knee, shoulder and back pain are quite common. These can have different causes and are therefore treated differently.
On the following pages you will find information on the various symptoms and their causes as well as their therapy.
Upper extremity pain
Shoulder pain
Pain in the shoulder can result from injuries, but also from wear and tear. Possible causes of shoulder pain can be osteoarthritis of the shoulder joint, bursitis or injuries to the muscles of the shoulder (rotator cuff).
Would you like to learn more about the topic? Then here is more information about the causes that lead to shoulder pain: Shoulder pain
Pain in the elbow
Elbow pain can have many causes. Common causes are rheumatoid diseases, bursitis or a tennis or golfer's elbow. Depending on whether the pain occurs suddenly or gradually, or whether swelling or reddening can be observed, various causes can be concluded.
Read more on the subject at: Pain in the elbow
Wrist pain
Pain in the wrist area can have many causes. Common diseases are osteoarthritis of the thumb saddle joint or carpal tunnel syndrome, in which the median nerve is pinched. Injuries can also cause wrist pain. The localization or the nature of the pain (e.g. burning) can be indicative of a possible cause.
Would you like to read more about the possible causes and therapeutic options? Then click here: Wrist pain
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Lower extremity pain
Pain in the knee
In the case of pain in the knee, a distinction is made between injury-related and wear-related causes. Injury-related causes are mainly meniscus and ligament tears, while the causes due to wear are mainly knee osteoarthritis or Baker's cyst. There are various tests on the knee that the doctor can use to determine a specific injury.
Read more about the topic and the possible causes at: Pain in the knees
Pain in the calf
Pain in the calf is mainly due to circulatory diseases. Circulatory disorders, vascular calcifications and possibly also a blockage of a vessel (thrombosis) can be behind the pain. This should be differentiated from, for example, calf cramps, which are also often the cause of pain in the calf. These can arise from under or overuse or a magnesium deficiency.
If you want to find out more about the topic, especially the possible causes, read more about the topic here: Pain in the calf
Pain in the foot
If there is pain in the foot from injuries, it is often a torn ligament. Often, however, pain in the foot also occurs as a result of deformities in the foot. These include, above all, misalignments of the foot, but hallux valgus is also a typical disease. Wear-related pain can also occur, for example with osteoarthritis of the ankle.
Read more on the subject at: Pain in the foot
Pain in the trunk area
Neck pain
Pain in the neck area is mainly caused by posture problems, tension or signs of wear and tear on the spine. But neck pain can also arise due to injury.
Read more about the causes and possible treatment in the following article: Neck pain
Back pain
Back pain can have many causes. Above all, it should be mentioned here that the cause does not always have to be in the area of the back. However, pain in the back area can also be caused by wear and tear, injury or poor posture.
Read more about back pain here: Back pain
Pain in the costal arch
Pain in the costal arch is usually more pain in the costal arch, which is caused by diseases of the surrounding organs. These can include inflammation of the gallbladder, gallstones, or a blockage in the bowel. But rib fractures and bruises also lead to pain in the costal arch.
If you want to find out more about the topic, you can find more information here: Pain in the costal arch
Hip pain
Acute hip pain is often caused by falls. Here, strains of the muscles or fractures come into consideration, such as a pelvic ring or thigh neck fracture. Chronic hip pain often comes from osteoarthritis of the hip joint. But bursitis can also be considered for hip pain.
You can find more information about hip pain here: Hip pain
Pain in the buttocks
Buttock pain can have a number of causes. Much pain in the area of the buttocks can also be felt in the area of the thigh or lower back. The cause can be, for example, a pinched sciatic nerve or blockages in the sacrum and iliac joint.
On the following page you will find further information on the topic: Pain in the buttocks
Tailbone pain
A fall, microtrauma or a herniated disc in the lumbar spine can cause pain in the coccyx. Such pain is not uncommon during pregnancy either.
Further information on the subject can be found at: Tailbone pain
Pain in the groin
Pain in the groin can have many causes. Enlarged lymph nodes in the groin can be painful. Inflammation of the testicle or epididymis can also cause pain in the groin. Tensioned appendicitis can also cause pain in the groin area on the right side.
Read more about the topic on the following page: Pain in the groin
General symptoms
Joint swelling
Joint swelling is often the result of trauma. This often leads to bruises, capsule or ligament tears. These swellings are often very painful and the skin is overheated. Ointments like Voltaren® can provide relief. However, if the symptoms are more severe or persistent, a doctor should be consulted.
Read more on the subject at: Joint swelling
Muscle aches
Muscle pain in the sense of sore muscles is certainly a term almost everyone. But muscle injuries such as strains or torn muscle fibers can also lead to muscle pain. In rare cases, muscular disorders such as muscular dystrophies can also lead to muscle pain.
Further information on the subject can be found at: Muscle aches
Joint pain
Joint pain can have a variety of causes. Diseases caused by wear and tear, such as osteoarthritis, are very painful. But rheumatoid diseases or inflammation in the joint are also painful.
Further information on the subject can be found at: Joint pain
