Integrative Journal of Bone and Cartilage

Integrative Journal of Bone and Cartilage 44 7897 074717

Osteochondral Fracture Journals

An osteochondral injury is an injury to the graceful surface on the top of bones, called articular cartilage (chondro), and therefore the bone (osteo) underneath it. The degree of injury ranges from alittle crack to a bit of the bone abruption inside the joint. These fragments are often of the many sizes and depths and may stay attached (stable) to the world that was injured or become loose (unstable) inside the joint. This injury is more common in adolescents and young adults and typically occurs at the knee, ankle or elbow. The causes of osteochondral injuries aren't yet completely understood, but some theories are lack of blood supply to the affected area, heredity, direct compressive trauma or repetitive strain. Symptoms are: Pain with weight bearing activities, Swelling, Instability of the joint, Occasional catching and locking of the joint, Tenderness to the touch over injured area,Decreased motion.

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