Human skeletons are often described in neat textbook numbers, but real bodies are far messier and more interesting. Extra ...

Some short men really struggle with their lack of height, feeling that they are both literally and figuratively looked down upon by others. That's why an increasing number of height-challenged men are ...

Ibrahim Alğan, in a wheelchair after surgery, right, and outside after one of his operations. He paid nearly $27,000 for surgery to make his legs longer.Courtesy of Wannabetaller Ibrahim Alğan paid ...

Fibula fractures are among the quickest forms of leg break to heal, as the fibula are the smaller of the two lower leg bones that form the outer part of the shin and are not weight-bearing. These ...

If you were surprised to learn that the height-increasing surgery in Materialists was real, you’re not the only one. After the movie—which saw Pedro Pascal‘s character confess to getting ...

Bone cancer in the leg, while relatively uncommon, presents with specific warning signs that warrant immediate medical attention. Understanding these symptoms enables individuals to seek prompt ...

A number of reporters covering Manchester City have extensively detailed the incident which directly led to Oscar Bobb’s dramatic leg bone fracture on Wednesday. The 21-year-old was in line for a ...

Your femur connects many important muscles, tendons, and ligaments in your hips and knees to the other parts of your body, including parts of the circulatory system. More than that, it helps you carry ...

Not long ago, the only treatment for bone cancer was amputation. But thanks to “creative” surgery at the Cleveland Clinic, a boy who was diagnosed with bone cancer not only retained movement of his ...

Symptoms of bone cancer in the leg may include pain and swelling. The weakening of bones from cancer may also cause breaks or fractures and lead to mobility issues. People may also experience general ...

Bone cancer is an uncommon type that can occur when cells in the bones begin to grow at an uncontrollable rate. It may happen in any bone, including those in the feet. However, it most commonly ...