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Ligament Laxity: A Missed Diagnosis from a Car Crash
Ligament laxity is also known as ligamentous instability. It is a condition that causes chronic pain and may affect any joint in the body. It is important to note that ligament laxity consists of those joints that extend beyond their normal range of motion.
According to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgery, the most everyday soft-tissue injuries occur in or around the ligaments, tendons, and muscles.
Sudden trauma causes acute injuries. Sudden trauma includes a twist, fall, or sharp blow to any body part.
Examples of acute injuries include:
- Contusions
- Sprains
- Strains
What are some other types of ligament laxity?
It is also important to note that other soft tissues in the body are prone to injury. This includes the heart, lungs, brain, or other organs in the body. But medically, soft tissue injuries are usually limited to the tendons, ligaments, and muscles.
A closer examination of the structure of ligaments, tendons, and muscles shows that they’re connective tissues. The National Institute of Health defines connective tissues as “the material inside your body that supports many of its parts.” It shapes your tissues…
