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Orthopedics A to Z

A to Z: Spondylolysis

Spondylolysis is when there is a defect of a narrow piece of bone in the vertebra.

A to Z: Sprain

Sprains are common injuries, especially among active older kids and teens who play sports.

A to Z: Sprain, Ankle

Ankle sprains are common in kids and teens who play sports. They happen when the ligaments that support the ankle get overly stretched or torn.

A to Z: Sprain, Knee

A knee sprain happens when a ligament is stretched or torn because the knee gets twisted, bent, or hit.

A to Z: Sprain, Wrist

A sprain is the stretch or partial tear of ligaments (which connect two bones). A wrist sprain happens when the ligaments that support the wrist bend or twist too far.

A to Z: Talipes Equinovarus

Learn about birth defects and congenital conditions that affect the feet and legs.

A to Z: Tenosynovitis

Learn about overuse injuries and conditions that affect the tendons and muscles.

A to Z: Fracture, Patella (Kneecap)

A fractured patella is a broken kneecap (the flat, round bone that protects the knee joint).