Hydrodilatation

Hydrodilatation (pronounced: hy-dro-dil-a-ta-tion), also known as Arthrographic Distension, is a medical procedure used to alleviate pain and improve range of motion in patients suffering from Adhesive Capsulitis, commonly known as Frozen Shoulder.

Etymology

The term 'Hydrodilatation' is derived from the Greek words 'hydro' meaning water, and 'dilatation' meaning expansion. It refers to the process of expanding or dilating a body part, in this case, the shoulder joint, using a fluid, typically a mixture of saline and corticosteroid.

Procedure

Hydrodilatation involves the injection of a large volume of fluid into the shoulder joint under imaging guidance, usually Fluoroscopy or Ultrasound. The fluid is intended to stretch the joint capsule, break down scar tissue, and improve joint mobility. The procedure is typically performed by a Radiologist or an Orthopedic Surgeon.

Related Terms

Adhesive Capsulitis: A condition characterized by stiffness and pain in the shoulder joint.
Arthrographic Distension: Another term for Hydrodilatation.
Fluoroscopy: An imaging technique that uses X-rays to obtain real-time moving images of the interior of an object.
Ultrasound: An imaging method that uses high-frequency sound waves to produce images of structures within the body.
Radiologist: A medical doctor who specializes in diagnosing and treating diseases and injuries using medical imaging techniques.
Orthopedic Surgeon: A medical doctor who specializes in the diagnosis, treatment, prevention, and rehabilitation of injuries, disorders, and diseases of the body's musculoskeletal system.

External links

Medical encyclopedia article on Hydrodilatation
Wikipedia's article - Hydrodilatation

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