A shoulder computed tomography scan or (CT or CAT scan) creates cross-sectional images of the shoulder using specialized X-ray cameras. This scan can help doctors see the bones and soft tissues in the ...

Background—Palpation is an important clinical test for jumper's knee. Methods—In 326 junior symptomatic and asymptomatic athletes' tendons, palpation was performed by a single examiner before ...

Rebound tenderness refers to pain that occurs immediately after pressure is released from the abdomen. It may be a sign of peritonitis, which requires medical treatment. Rebound tenderness is ...

Groin pain often comes from pulled muscles due to intense physical activities or overexertion. Discomfort that lasts more than a few days or affects your daily life is a sign to see a doctor.

Abstract: Surgeons cannot directly touch the patient’s tissue in robot-assisted minimally invasive procedures. Instead, they must palpate using instruments inserted into the body through trocars. This ...

Abstract: Adding haptic feedback has been reported to improve the outcome of minimally invasive robotic surgery. In this study, we seek to determine whether an algorithm based on simulating responses ...

Pain between the shoulder blades is often caused by muscle strain from poor posture or lifting heavy objects. Other causes of pain between the shoulder blades include heart attack, acid reflux, and ...

SIRVA happens when a vaccine is injected into the shoulder joint or bursa instead of the muscle. To prevent SIRVA, make sure the person giving the shot is trained and do not pull your shirt down over ...