Transient Synovitis (Irritable Hip)
Introduction Transient synovitis (a.k.a. Irritable Hip) is the most common cause of hip pain in children aged 3-8. It can be difficult to differentiate from the much more serious septic…
Trigger Finger
Overview Trigger finger (and trigger thumb) is a type of flexor tenosynovitis. It is a relatively common disorder - with a lifetime risk of about 2.5%. It is most common around the…
Wrist Fractures
Introduction FOOSH – “Fall On Out-Stretched Hand” is a common emergency department presentation that can result in a number of different fractures of the bones of the wrist. The majority…