Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) Explained
| Frequently Asked Questions | Answers |
|---|---|
| What is a tendon? | A tendon is a fibrous connective tissue that connects muscle to bone. |
| What is a ligament? | A ligament is a fibrous connective tissue that connects bone to bone, providing stability to joints. |
| What is a bone fracture? | A bone fracture is a break or crack in a bone resulting from excessive force, injury, or trauma. |
| What is the main function of a tendon? | The main function of a tendon is to transmit the force generated by a muscle to a bone, allowing movement. |
| What is the main function of a ligament? | The main function of a ligament is to provide stability to joints, preventing excessive movement and maintaining proper alignment. |
| How are tendon injuries diagnosed? | Tendon injuries are usually diagnosed through physical examination, medical history evaluation, and imaging tests such as MRI or ultrasound. |
| How are ligament injuries diagnosed? | Ligament injuries are typically diagnosed through physical examination, medical history evaluation, and diagnostic imaging such as MRI or X-rays. |
| How are bone fractures diagnosed? | Bone fractures are usually diagnosed through physical examination, medical history evaluation, and imaging tests such as X-rays or CT scans. |
| How are tendon injuries treated? | Treatment for tendon injuries may include rest, physical therapy, immobilization with a brace or cast, medications, or in severe cases, surgical intervention. |
| How are ligament injuries treated? | Treatment for ligament injuries may include rest, physical therapy, bracing or splinting, medications, or in severe cases, surgery to repair or reconstruct the ligament. |
| How are bone fractures treated? | Treatment for bone fractures depends on the severity and location of the fracture. It can involve immobilization with a cast or brace, realignment of the bone, surgical intervention, or the use of external fixation devices. |