Kenneth Kee

Ankle Disorders, A Simple Guide To The Condition, Diagnosis, Treatment And Improvised Treatments (eBook, ePUB)

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Produktbeschreibung

This book describes Ankle Disorders, Diagnosis and Treatment and Improvised Treatment

The ankle is the joint that attaches the bones in the lower leg to the foot bones.
It can be separated into two parts: the upper and lower ankle.
The upper ankle permits people to move the feet upwards, downwards, and a little to the side.
It is made up of three bones:
1. The tibia (shinbone): the main bone in the lower leg,
2. The fibula (calf bone): a second, thinner bone on the outer side of the lower leg, and
3. The talus (anklebone): the foot bone that connects to the shinbone and calf bone.
The lower ankle attaches the talus to the bones in the tarsus (the mid-foot and hind-foot) and the heel bone.
The lower ankle permits the foot to tilt to the side a bit and also turn inwards and outwards.
Turning the foot outwards is known as pronation, and turning it inwards is called supination.
It does not go as much as the upper ankle.
In healthy joints, the ends of bones are enclosed with a layer of cartilage.
If this cartilage is healthy, it is hard and very smooth but is also elastic.
It functions as a shock absorber and decreases friction.
Tendons, ligaments and the joint capsules keep the joint together and assist it to move.
Tendons join muscles to bones.
Ligaments attach bones to bones and help maintain the joint stable.
Ankle ligaments are tough, elastic bands of connective tissue that attach bones in the joint, holding them tightly together.
Since the ankle joint is made up of many bones, there are also a large number of ligaments to stabilize and strengthen it.
Three ligaments pass along the outside of the ankle, and one ligament (consisting of four bands of tissue) passes along the inside of the ankle.
The ankle joint has to bear a lot of weight and force.
When the person runs and jumps, for instance, the ankles have to carry forces equivalent to several times the body weight.
If the strain is too large, the ligaments might overstretch or tear (rupture).
One frequent damage happens when a foot lands in an awkward position and bends outwards.
This can damage the outer ankle ligaments.
Injuries to the ligament on the inner side of the ankle are less frequent.
Stretched and torn ankle ligaments are among the most frequent injuries.
Since the lower ankle is more stable than the upper ankle, ankle injuries such as strains, sprains and fractures nearly always only involve the upper ankle.
Sprained ankle:
There is injury to one of the ligaments in the ankle, normally from a mishap twist or turn of the foot.
Rehabilitation can stop pain and swelling from becoming a long-term disorder.
High ankle sprain:
The ligament binding the two bones of the lower leg (tibia and fibula), called the syndesmotic ligament, is injured.
A high ankle sprain produces pain and swelling similar to a true ankle sprain, but can take longer to recover.
Ankle Fracture is a break in any of the 3 bones in the ankle.
Most often, the bones of the lower leg (tibia or fibula) is fractured.
Ankle arthritis:
While it is not frequent, osteoarthritis, the most frequent form of arthritis, can involve the ankle.
Rheumatoid arthritis:
This is an autoimmune form of arthritis in which the body attacks joint tissue, producing inflammation, pain, and swelling.
Any joint may be involved by rheumatoid arthritis, such as the ankle.
Gout:
A form of arthritis in which crystals periodically form in joints, producing severe pain and swelling
The ankle may sometimes be involved by gout.
Psoriatic arthritis:
This form of arthritis, which produces swelling and pain, is linked with the skin disorder psoriasis.

TABLE OF CONTENT
Introduction
Chapter 1 Ankle and Disorders
Chapter 2 Ankle sprains
Chapter 3 Ankle Dislocation
Chapter 4 Ankle Arthritis
Chapter 5 Tarsal Tunnel ...

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Kenneth Kee
• Erscheinungstermin: 30. August 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9780463688977
• Artikelnr.: 75905319

Autorenporträt

Dr. Kenneth Kee is a well-known medical doctor from Singapore who has been practicing medicine since 1972.
He graduated from the University of Singapore and furthered his studies with a Master of Science in Health Management in 1991, followed by a Ph.D. in Healthcare Administration in 1993.
Dr. Kee established Kee Clinic in 1974, located in the Holland Drive area of Singapore. The clinic has been a prominent feature of the community, offering general medical services for 5 decades.
Dr Kee also served his country Singapore as a national service police Inspector at night from 1975 to 1985 while working at his clinic during the day.
He had served as a police guard to the Woodland Petroleum Tanks at night during the Indonesian Confrontation period, took part in police rounds at night in the Beach Road area and taught First aid and emergency resuscitation to Police recruits.
He received the Singapore Police Bicentennial 2020 Medallion on 1st March 2024 as recognition for his work in the Singapore Police.
Even as he grew older, Dr. Kee continued to work actively in his clinic, although he eventually reduced his consultation hours.
Beyond his medical career, Dr. Kee is also an author.
He started writing about medical conditions in 2007, using blogs and other online platforms to share his knowledge with a broader audience.
Over time, he published various books, many of which provide simple and accessible guides to different health conditions.
His works include "A Family Doctor's Tale," "My Personal Singapore History," and numerous medical guides, available through platforms like Amazon.
His books often combine his personal experiences as a family doctor with insights into Singapore's healthcare system and history.
Dr. Kee has written extensively on health topics, contributing to both medical literature and general knowledge resources.

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