Musculoskeletal injury: Difference between revisions
From WikiMD's Wellness Encyclopedia
CSV import |
CSV import |
||
| Line 1: | Line 1: | ||
{{SI}} | |||
{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Musculoskeletal injury | |||
| image = [[File:Rotator_cuff_tear.jpg|250px]] | |||
| caption = An example of a musculoskeletal injury: a [[rotator cuff]] tear | |||
| field = [[Orthopedics]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Pain]], [[swelling]], [[bruising]], [[limited range of motion]] | |||
| complications = [[Chronic pain]], [[disability]], [[osteoarthritis]] | |||
| onset = Sudden or gradual | |||
| duration = Varies (acute or chronic) | |||
| causes = [[Trauma]], [[overuse]], [[degenerative changes]] | |||
| risks = [[Sports]], [[physical activity]], [[aging]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Physical examination]], [[imaging studies]] ([[X-ray]], [[MRI]], [[CT scan]]) | |||
| differential = [[Fracture]], [[dislocation]], [[sprain]], [[strain]] | |||
| prevention = [[Proper technique]], [[protective equipment]], [[conditioning exercises]] | |||
| treatment = [[Rest]], [[ice]], [[compression]], [[elevation]] (RICE), [[physical therapy]], [[surgery]] | |||
| prognosis = Varies depending on severity and treatment | |||
| frequency = Common | |||
}} | |||
'''Musculoskeletal injury''' refers to damage of muscular or skeletal systems, which is usually due to a strenuous activity. This term is generally associated with [[muscle pain]], [[joint pain]], and [[bone pain]]. | '''Musculoskeletal injury''' refers to damage of muscular or skeletal systems, which is usually due to a strenuous activity. This term is generally associated with [[muscle pain]], [[joint pain]], and [[bone pain]]. | ||
== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
Musculoskeletal injuries can be caused by a variety of factors, including: | Musculoskeletal injuries can be caused by a variety of factors, including: | ||
* [[Physical trauma]] such as falls, accidents, or sports injuries | * [[Physical trauma]] such as falls, accidents, or sports injuries | ||
* Overuse or strain from repetitive movements | * Overuse or strain from repetitive movements | ||
* Poor posture or ergonomics | * Poor posture or ergonomics | ||
* Aging, which can lead to degenerative conditions like [[arthritis]] and [[osteoporosis]] | * Aging, which can lead to degenerative conditions like [[arthritis]] and [[osteoporosis]] | ||
== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
The symptoms of a musculoskeletal injury can vary depending on the specific condition, but may include: | The symptoms of a musculoskeletal injury can vary depending on the specific condition, but may include: | ||
* Pain in the muscles, joints, or bones | * Pain in the muscles, joints, or bones | ||
* Swelling or inflammation | * Swelling or inflammation | ||
* Difficulty moving the affected area | * Difficulty moving the affected area | ||
* Weakness or loss of function in the affected area | * Weakness or loss of function in the affected area | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
Diagnosis of musculoskeletal injuries typically involves a physical examination and may also include imaging tests such as [[X-ray]]s, [[MRI]]s, or [[CT scan]]s. In some cases, a [[biopsy]] may be needed to confirm the diagnosis. | Diagnosis of musculoskeletal injuries typically involves a physical examination and may also include imaging tests such as [[X-ray]]s, [[MRI]]s, or [[CT scan]]s. In some cases, a [[biopsy]] may be needed to confirm the diagnosis. | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
Treatment for musculoskeletal injuries can vary depending on the severity and location of the injury, but may include: | Treatment for musculoskeletal injuries can vary depending on the severity and location of the injury, but may include: | ||
* Rest and immobilization of the affected area | * Rest and immobilization of the affected area | ||
* Physical therapy or rehabilitation exercises | * Physical therapy or rehabilitation exercises | ||
* Medications to manage pain and inflammation | * Medications to manage pain and inflammation | ||
* Surgery in severe cases | * Surgery in severe cases | ||
== Prevention == | == Prevention == | ||
Prevention strategies for musculoskeletal injuries can include: | Prevention strategies for musculoskeletal injuries can include: | ||
* Regular physical activity to maintain strength and flexibility | * Regular physical activity to maintain strength and flexibility | ||
* Proper ergonomics and posture | * Proper ergonomics and posture | ||
* Safe practices during sports and physical activities | * Safe practices during sports and physical activities | ||
* Regular check-ups and screenings for degenerative conditions | * Regular check-ups and screenings for degenerative conditions | ||
==Gallery== | |||
== Musculoskeletal_injury gallery == | |||
<gallery> | |||
File:Metacarpal_fractures.jpg|Metacarpal fractures | |||
File:Whiplash_Injury.jpg|Whiplash injury | |||
File:Tennis_Elbow.png|Tennis elbow | |||
File:Centre_of_Gravity.png|Musculoskeletal injury | |||
File:Pilates-hamstring-stretch.jpg|Pilates hamstring stretch | |||
</gallery> | |||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
* [[Musculoskeletal system]] | * [[Musculoskeletal system]] | ||
* [[Orthopedics]] | * [[Orthopedics]] | ||
* [[Physical therapy]] | * [[Physical therapy]] | ||
* [[Sports medicine]] | * [[Sports medicine]] | ||
[[Category:Medicine]] | [[Category:Medicine]] | ||
[[Category:Orthopedics]] | [[Category:Orthopedics]] | ||
[[Category:Physical therapy]] | [[Category:Physical therapy]] | ||
[[Category:Sports medicine]] | [[Category:Sports medicine]] | ||
{{stub}} | {{stub}} | ||
Latest revision as of 05:22, 6 April 2025
Editor-In-Chief: Prab R Tumpati, MD
Obesity, Sleep & Internal medicine
Founder, WikiMD Wellnesspedia &
W8MD medical weight loss NYC and sleep center NYC
| Musculoskeletal injury | |
|---|---|
| |
| Synonyms | N/A |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Pain, swelling, bruising, limited range of motion |
| Complications | Chronic pain, disability, osteoarthritis |
| Onset | Sudden or gradual |
| Duration | Varies (acute or chronic) |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Trauma, overuse, degenerative changes |
| Risks | Sports, physical activity, aging |
| Diagnosis | Physical examination, imaging studies (X-ray, MRI, CT scan) |
| Differential diagnosis | Fracture, dislocation, sprain, strain |
| Prevention | Proper technique, protective equipment, conditioning exercises |
| Treatment | Rest, ice, compression, elevation (RICE), physical therapy, surgery |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | Varies depending on severity and treatment |
| Frequency | Common |
| Deaths | N/A |
Musculoskeletal injury refers to damage of muscular or skeletal systems, which is usually due to a strenuous activity. This term is generally associated with muscle pain, joint pain, and bone pain.
Causes[edit]
Musculoskeletal injuries can be caused by a variety of factors, including:
- Physical trauma such as falls, accidents, or sports injuries
- Overuse or strain from repetitive movements
- Poor posture or ergonomics
- Aging, which can lead to degenerative conditions like arthritis and osteoporosis
Symptoms[edit]
The symptoms of a musculoskeletal injury can vary depending on the specific condition, but may include:
- Pain in the muscles, joints, or bones
- Swelling or inflammation
- Difficulty moving the affected area
- Weakness or loss of function in the affected area
Diagnosis[edit]
Diagnosis of musculoskeletal injuries typically involves a physical examination and may also include imaging tests such as X-rays, MRIs, or CT scans. In some cases, a biopsy may be needed to confirm the diagnosis.
Treatment[edit]
Treatment for musculoskeletal injuries can vary depending on the severity and location of the injury, but may include:
- Rest and immobilization of the affected area
- Physical therapy or rehabilitation exercises
- Medications to manage pain and inflammation
- Surgery in severe cases
Prevention[edit]
Prevention strategies for musculoskeletal injuries can include:
- Regular physical activity to maintain strength and flexibility
- Proper ergonomics and posture
- Safe practices during sports and physical activities
- Regular check-ups and screenings for degenerative conditions
Gallery[edit]
Musculoskeletal_injury gallery[edit]
-
Metacarpal fractures -
Whiplash injury -
Tennis elbow -
Musculoskeletal injury -
Pilates hamstring stretch
