Disease, Condition & Injury
Health Library disease & condition fact sheets provide comprehensive, yet concise evidence-based information on a variety of health conditions, diseases and injuries.
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Elbow sprain
Elbow sprain – Definition An elbow sprain is stretching or tearing of the ligaments that stabilize the elbow. Ligaments are…
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Elbow fracture
(Broken Elbow; Elbow, Broken) Elbow fracture – Definition An elbow fracture is a break in one or more of the…
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Dupuytren’s contracture
Dupuytren’s contracture – Definition Dupuytren’s contracture is a thickening and shortening of the fascia in the palm of the hand.…
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Carpal tunnel syndrome
Carpal tunnel syndrome – Definition Carpal tunnel syndrome is a nerve disorder of the hand caused by compression of the…
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Shoulder tendinopathy
(Shoulder Tendonitis; Shoulder Tendinosis; Bicipital Tendinopathy; Bicipital Tendonitis; Bicipital Tendinosis; Supraspinatus Tendinopathy; Supraspinatus Tendonitis; Supraspinatus Tendinosis; Pitcher’s Shoulder; Swimmer’s Shoulder;…
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