Orthopedics A to Z

• A to Z: Spondylolisthesis

  Spondylolisthesis (or “slipped vertebra”) is when one of the vertebrae slips forward and out of place on the vertebra beneath it.

• A to Z: Spondylolysis

  Spondylolysis is when there is a defect of a narrow piece of bone in the vertebra.

• A to Z: Sprain

  Sprains are common injuries, especially among active older kids and teens who play sports.

• A to Z: Sprain, Ankle

  Ankle sprains are common in kids and teens who play sports. They happen when the ligaments that support the ankle get overly stretched or torn.

• A to Z: Sprain, Knee

  A knee sprain happens when a ligament is stretched or torn because the knee gets twisted, bent, or hit.

• A to Z: Sprain, Wrist

  A sprain is the stretch or partial tear of ligaments (which connect two bones). A wrist sprain happens when the ligaments that support the wrist bend or twist too far.

• A to Z: Talipes Equinovarus

  Learn about birth defects and congenital conditions that affect the feet and legs.

• A to Z: Tenosynovitis

  Learn about overuse injuries and conditions that affect the tendons and muscles.