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(M24.5) Contracture of joint
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2 287 563 in individuals diagnosis contracture of joint confirmed
4 953 deaths with diagnosis contracture of joint
Diagnosis contracture of joint is diagnosed Men are 13.24% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis contracture of joint
472 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis contracture of joint
4 481 (0.5 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease contracture of joint - Men aged 20-24 and Women aged 15-19
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 95+in in women, the disease manifests at any age
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
Disease Features contracture of joint
Absence or low individual and public risk
Contracture of joint - what does this mean
Contracture of joint is a condition in which the muscles and tendons around a joint become abnormally shortened, causing the joint to become permanently fixed in a bent or straightened position. this is usually caused by an injury, a disease process, or a long period of disuse.
What happens during the disease - contracture of joint
Contracture of joint is a condition in which the joint becomes rigid and remains in a fixed position, usually due to a combination of muscle spasms, decreased range of motion, and scar tissue formation. it is caused by a variety of factors including trauma, inflammation, disuse, and neurological conditions. the underlying mechanism involves increased production of collagen and other extracellular matrix components, resulting in fibrosis and shortening of the muscle and connective tissue fibers, leading to joint stiffness and reduced range of motion.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination of the joint
- X-ray imaging of the joint
- Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan of the joint
- Ultrasound of the joint
- Blood tests to check for inflammation
- Muscle strength tests
- Range of motion tests
- Electromyography (EMG)
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: To reduce joint stiffness and improve range of motion.
- Stretching exercises
- Range of motion exercises
- Massage therapy
- Heat therapy
- Cold therapy
- Ultrasound therapy
- Electrical stimulation
- Splinting
- Manual therapy
- Medication
9 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Contracture of joint - Prevention
Contracture of joint can be prevented by regular stretching and strengthening exercises, avoiding prolonged immobilization, using proper positioning and support, and keeping the affected joint in a neutral position. additionally, using assistive devices such as splints and braces may help prevent contracture of joint.