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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Quadriceps strain
(Pulled Quadriceps) Quadriceps strain – Definition Quadriceps strain is a partial tear of the small fibers of the muscles that…
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Posterior tibial tendinopathy
(Posterior Tibial Tendonitis; Posterior Tibial Tendinosis) Posterior tibial tendinopathy – Definition Tendinopathy is an injury to the tendon. It can…
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Hamstrings strain
(Pulled Hamstrings) Hamstrings strain – Definition A hamstring strain is a partial tear of the small fibers of the muscles…
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Femoral fracture
(Femur Fracture; Thigh Bone Fracture; Broken Leg) Femoral fracture – Definition A femoral fracture is a break in the thigh…
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Calf muscle strain
(Pulled Calf Muscle; Gastrocnemius Strain; Gastrocnemius Tear; Gastrocnemius Muscle Injury) Calf muscle strain – Definition A strained calf muscle is…
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