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Tendonitis
Tendonitis is an inflammation of a tendon within its tendon sheath. It is the same as 'tendinitis', but the latter spelling is preferred amongst medics.
Tenodesis
A tenodesis is a surgical procedure where the origin of a tendon is changed in order to improve joint stability.
The Lachman Test
The Lachman Test is performed by the clinician to assess laxity of the anterior cruciate ligament when there is a suspected tear. Page updated July 2024 by Dr Sheila Strover (Clinical Editor)
Theraband
Theraband is a trade name for wide elastic bands used for rehabilitation exercises, and development of strength.
Thermal shrinkage
Thermal shrinkage is a controversial technique where a radiofrequency 'wand' is stroked over the fibres of a ligament or capsule to cause shrinkage, and consequent tightening of any laxity.
Thessaly test
The Thessaly test assesses the integrity of the knee meniscus.
Thighbone
The thighbone is the femur - the long bone going from the hip to the knee.
Thrombophlebitis
Thrombophlebitis is an inflammation of the skin and underlying tissues related to a clot in a superficial vein.
Tibia
The tibia is the shin bone.
Tibial inlay
The tibial inlay technique is a procedure for fixation of a PCL graft onto the tibia.