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Tennis elbow (epicondylitis lateralis) is caused by an overuse of the muscles and tendons of the forearm that attach to the outside of the elbow (lateral epicondyle). These are muscles that provide stretching of the wrist and fingers.

Crohn's disease is a chronic inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) of the digestive system. In it, the entire digestive system (from mouth to anus) may be inflamed to varying degrees. Usually, mainly the small and/or large intestine are affected. The inflammation can penetrate into the deeper layers, sometimes causing fistulas or abscesses.

An enlarged thyroid gland, also known as a goitre, is a condition in which the thyroid becomes larger than normal. It may cause no symptoms at all, but in some cases it can lead to signs that suggest an underlying condition requiring treatment.

The foot is a complex assembly of bones, ligaments, tendons and muscles. Problems in the foot can arise from accident, trauma, fracture or stress fracture, as well as overuse, osteoarthritis and inflammation. The shape of the foot also often plays a major role. Some conditions result from a flat or hollow foot.

The anterior cruciate ligament is a ligament located centrally in the knee. It provides stability during twisting or stretching movements. A torn anterior cruciate ligament often occurs during sports.

Osteoporosis is a common syndrome that can cause fractures at the level of the vertebrae. These fractures are also called indentation fractures or collapsed vertebrae.