Medical Condition Library
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Meniscal tear
(Torn Meniscus) Meniscal tear – Definition A meniscal tear is a tear in the meniscus, a shock-absorbing structure in the…
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Knee sprain
Knee sprain – Definition A knee sprain is stretching or tearing of the ligaments that support the knee. Ligaments are…
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Iliotibial band friction syndrome
(IT Band Syndrome; ITBFS) Iliotibial band friction syndrome – Definition Iliotibial band friction syndrome (ITBFS) is an overuse injury. It…
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Chondromalacia patella
Chondromalacia patella – Definition Chondromalacia patella is a softening or wearing away of the articular cartilage on the undersurface of…
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Anterior cruciate ligament injury
(ACL Injury) Anterior cruciate ligament injury – Definition An anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury is a tear in the ACL…
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