During calf muscle contraction, one-way valves in the perforator veins prevent back flow of blood into the superficial system (Figure 1A).

The more obvious points of peripheral nerve entrapment in the upper extremity are discussed. These are points at which an anatomic configuration, usually a fibrous band, can cause mechanical trauma.

28.04.2021: Short case report - Two young, healthy doctors were diagnosed with deep vein thrombosis 27 and 29 days, respectively, after receiving the AstraZeneca ChAdOx1 nCoV-19 vaccine.

Left or right arm pain is often due to common conditions like overuse injuries, arthritis, or a pinched nerve. But sometimes it’s a sign of a serious condition.

A massive study reveals that cold sensitivity in your extremities could predict varicose veins years before they become ...

Spider veins and varicose veins are just the tip of the iceberg. The real problem often times lies beneath the surface of the skin and away from our visual scrutiny.

Doctor Zoe Williams has shared her insights on varicose veins, explaining what they are and when it's time to seek GP help. Often dubbed 'spider veins', these generally appear twisted and swollen ...

While endoscopically assisted fasciotomy is technically feasible, we do not recommend its use for the treatment of acute compartment syndrome in the upper extremity.

Doctor Zoe Williams has offered her expertise on varicose veins, detailing their nature and revealing when it's time to ...

Phocomelia is a rare condition that affects limb development. Learn what causes it, the signs to look for, and how it's managed.

Overhead tasks, mostly in the industrial sector, frequently cause upper limb work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WMSDs) leading to low productivity. Although passive upper limb exoskeletons have ...