Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) Explained
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What is a Tendon? | A tendon is a strong, fibrous tissue that connects muscle to bone. |
What is a Ligament? | A ligament is a tough, fibrous tissue that connects bones to other bones and provides stability to joints. |
What is Vascular Neurosurgery? | Vascular neurosurgery is a specialized field of neurosurgery that focuses on treating disorders of the blood vessels in the brain and spinal cord. |
What is the difference between a Tendon and a Ligament? | A tendon connects muscle to bone, while a ligament connects bones to other bones. |
How are Tendon injuries treated? | Tendon injuries are often treated through physical therapy, immobilization, medications, and in severe cases, surgery. |
How are Ligament injuries treated? | Ligament injuries are commonly treated with rest, physical therapy, bracing, and sometimes surgery may be required for severe cases. |
What are common causes of Tendon injuries? | Tendon injuries can occur due to overuse, repetitive strain, direct trauma, or degenerative conditions. |
What are common causes of Ligament injuries? | Ligament injuries often result from sports activities, accidents, or sudden movements that put excessive stress on the joint. |
Who performs Vascular Neurosurgery? | Vascular neurosurgeons are highly skilled medical professionals who specialize in performing surgeries on blood vessels in the brain and spinal cord. |
What conditions are treated in Vascular Neurosurgery? | Vascular neurosurgery treats conditions such as aneurysms, arteriovenous malformations (AVMs), carotid artery disease, and stroke. |