Open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF) is a type of treatment to fix a broken bone. It puts the pieces of a broken bone back together so they can heal.

A perianal abscess is an infection around your anus. Learn about what it is, its symptoms, and how it's treated.

A person with third-degree heart block usually has a very slow heartbeat. It's caused by a problem with how the heart's electrical system works.

If you have a heart rhythm problem that causes the heart to beat faster than normal, it is known as tachycardia. There are many types of tachycardia.

Follow the step-by-step instructions for this shoulder exercise.

Skier's thumb is an injury to the ulnar collateral ligament. This ligament is at the base of the thumb on the side near the pointer (index) finger.

Ankle fusion is a type of surgery used to join two or more bones of your ankle. Your ankle fusion will be done by an orthopedic surgeon. This is a surgeon who specializes in treating bone, muscle, joint, and tendon problems.

Aspiration is when something enters the airway or lungs by accident, such as food, liquid, or some other material. Here's what you should know if your child has this problem.

A vitrectomy is a type of eye surgery to treat problems with the retina and vitreous. During the surgery, your eye healthcare provider removes the vitreous and replaces it with another solution.

Septal myectomy is a type of open-heart surgery. It's done to treat hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. This is when part of the heart muscle becomes thick. The surgery helps reduce symptoms of the condition.