Panniculus is a layer of tissue. The term panniculus is often used in reference to the abdominal panniculus adiposus, a layer of fatty tissue present in the lower abdominal region. In severe cases, the panniculus can appear suspended and reach the height of the knee or lower back. An abdominal panniculus can also occur in…
Wrist Flexion is the action of bending the hand and wrist so that the palm of the hand is facing the underside of the arm. It belongs to the normal range of movement of the wrist. If the bending of your wrist is normal, then the muscles, bones and tendons that make up your wrist…
A Cheilectomy surgery is a specialised procedure where a surgeon removes a bony, hard lump from the largest big toe joint. These types of lumps are often caused by hallux rigidus (big toe arthritis) and osteoarthritis, resulting in pain, stiffness and limiting mobility. This surgery aims to relieve this pain. Cheilectomy Surgery If you suffer…
