Aims: The complete quadriceps tendon rupture is an uncommon injury, and there is limited data regarding the therapeutic intervention and its clinical outcomes. This case report describes a post-op rehabilitation of complete quadriceps tendon rupture for a fast and safe return to...
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Research Article10.9734/ajorr/2025/v8i2221
Aim: Clavicle fractures, accounting for approximately 3% of all fractures, often require surgical intervention, particularly open reduction and internal fixation, to enhance stability and recovery. However, this approach poses risks to the supraclavicular nerve, which innervates...
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Research Article10.9734/ajorr/2025/v8i2220
Background: Pigmented villonodular synovitis (PVNS) is a rare, benign proliferative disorder affecting the synovium, commonly involving the knee joint. This study aimed to provide an overview of PVNS, discuss its clinical presentation and diagnostic challenges. Methods: This retr...
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Research Article10.9734/ajorr/2025/v8i2219
DJAM CHEFOR ALAIN, EARNEST NJIH TABAH, Bruno Kenfack, Nerry Tanlaka Nkengazem, Solange Ikei Nkengazem, Gabriel Tchatchouang Mabou, Ngam Lois Nabuin, Epole Akume Ewang, Mildred Ntube Nfor Ewang, Kubin Valerie Doine, Edu Jude Gbibe, Shu Cyrus Ngwa, Njong Noela Ngebi & Toche Gatchuessi Brice Arnauld·Asian Journal of Orthopaedic Research·2025
Background: Rickets remains a significant public health concern in resource-limited settings, causing bone deformities through impaired mineralization. While traditionally linked to vitamin D deficiency, calcium deficiency appears predominant in Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA). Neverthe...
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Research Article10.9734/ajorr/2025/v8i2218
Posterior sternoclavicular joint dislocation (SCJ) is rare especially in the young patients and can be complicated by serious complications related to the proximity of the joint to mediastinal structures. We describe the case of a previously healthy 22-year-old male who presented...
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Research Article10.9734/ajorr/2025/v8i2217
Introduction: Posterior hip dislocations with acetabular fractures result from high-energy trauma, necessitating urgent medical attention due to their severity and potential complications. The posterior dislocation of the hip occurs when the femoral head is forced out of the acet...
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Research Article10.9734/ajorr/2025/v8i2216
Introduction: Femoral neck following with subtrochanteric fracture still rare and challenging to manage. In elderly, this injury related with low energy trauma due to the low bone density. With significant complications such as vascular necrosis, non-union and malunion, potential...
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Research Article10.9734/ajorr/2025/v8i2215
The sesamoid bone is a small oval-shaped bone found mostly within the tendons around the surface of joints, e.g. hand, wrist, foot and the knee, which has the biggest and most popular sesamoid bone. During the formation of sesamoid bones, the appearance of cartilaginous nodules u...
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Research Article10.9734/ajorr/2025/v8i2214
Continuous exposures to electromagnetic field (EMF) from high-voltage overhead powerlines have been linked to alterations in biochemical and haematological indices that can impact human health negatively. This cross-sectional study investigated the effects of continuous EMF expos...
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Research Article10.9734/ajorr/2025/v8i1212
Introduction: Patients with peripheral neuropathy (PN) who undergo high-frequency spinal cord stimulation (HF SCS) therapy may now benefit from total ankle arthroplasty (TAA). This patient population was previously excluded from eligibility for TAA as PN was an absolute contraind...
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Research Article10.9734/ajorr/2025/v8i1213