Assessing Your Injury

This section provides comprehensive information on a variety of physical injuries and conditions. Injuries that may at first seem minor can have life long effects. It is important to understand the nature and extent of your injury because it may effect quality of life and earning potential for the rest of your life.

1. Fractures Generally
	Is it a fracture or a break? What is a stress fracture? Fracture Facts Fractures and treatment methods
2. Ankle/lower leg injuries
	Anatomy of the Ankle Ankle Sprains Common Ankle Fractures More Serious Ankle Fractures Lower leg fractures Achilles Tendonitis/Rupture
3. Foot injuries and conditions
	Anatomy of the foot Common foot problems Arch Pain Heel Spur March/Fatigue Fracture Broken Toe Hammer Toe Morton's Neuroma Mallet Toe
4. Knee Injuries
	Anatomy Types of Injuries ACL injuries Related links: More on ACL Injuries ACL Repair ACL Reconstruction More on ACL Reconstruction The Procedure Menicus Injuries Related links: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment More on Meniscus Injuries Patella Injuries Related Links: Chondromalacial Patellar Tendonitis Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome Pre-Patellar Bursitis Collateral Ligament sprain Cartilage damage
5. Spine/Back injuries
	Anatomy of the Spine Spinal Cord Trauma - Generally Resource Guide for Individuals with Spinal Cord Injuries Pamphlets on Living with a SCI Support Groups for patients with SCI and their family Back Pain - Generally AAOS on Back Pain Patient’s Guide to Back Pain Back Pain Resources Causes of Back Pain Specific Back Ailments Herniated Disks Neck Strain Osteoarthritis Spinal Stenosis Spondylolysis and Spondylolisthesis Sciatica Osteoporosis and Compression Fractures Paget’s Disease Treatment of Back Pain Prevention of Back Pain
6. Hip injuries
	Anatomy of the Hip Hip Dislocation Hip Fractures Hip Replacement Surgery Related Sites: Hip Replacement FAQ Hip Replacement Issues Hip Replacement Surgery Hip Replacement Support Group Alternative to Hip replacement Surgery Arthritis in the Hip Bursitis in the Hip Hip Dysplasia Legg-Calve-Perthes’ Disease Slipped Femoral Epiphysis
7. Hand and Wrist Injuries
	Anatomy of the Hand and Wrist Wrist Fractures Wrist Sprains Ganglion Cyst DeQuervain’s Injury Hand Fractures Boxer’s Fracture of the Hand Trigger Finger Skier’s Thumb Thumb Arthritis Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) Related Sites: Basics of CTS Treating CTS
8. Shoulder Injuries
	Anatomy of the Shoulder The Shoulder Generally – parts, procedures, and common injuries Shoulder Separation and Dislocation Impingement and Rotator Cuff Tendonitis Rotator Cuff Tears Broken collar bones AC Joint Sprain AC Joint Arthritis Glenohumeral Joint Arthritis SLAP Lesions
9. Head Injuries
	Anatomy and Functions of the Brain More on Brain Anatomy Alzheimer’s Parkinson’s Disease Huntington’s Disease Strokes Balance Disorders Vestibular Disorders Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI) Related Sites: Overview of TBI TBI Stats and Facts Mild TBI Concussions Vision and Brain Injuries Brain Injuries – Generally Coma and persistent vegetative state Related Sites: More on Coma Legal and Financial Considerations Family and Friends Guide to Brain Injuries Head Injury Q&A Prognosis and Treatment Neurosurgery Choosing the Right Rehabilitation Program Support Groups for Survivors and Caregivers
10. General Conditions
	Arthritis Infectious Arthritis Osteoporosis Gout Avasular Necrosis Paget's Disease Chronic Fatigue Syndrome/Fibromyalgia Overview of Chronic Pain Chronic Pain Research Chronic Fatigue/Fibromyalgia Links
11. Pain Management
	Treatment Options Pain Management Support Group Drug Information How to Spot a Fraud Treatment Pain Control After Surgery
12. Physical /Occupational Therapy - Generally
	What is Physical Therapy Links to local Physical Therapy Clinics Who are Physical Therapists? What does a Physical Therapist do? When should I see a Physical Therapist?
13. Guide for Families Supporting Loved Ones in the ICU
	Equipment found in the ICU The role of medical personal in providing care How to get information from medical personal