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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.

Osteoarthritis of the base of the thumb (rhizarthrosis) is a condition in which the cartilage at the base of the thumb has thinned or even disappeared completely. Sometimes prolonged repetitive movements and certain work conditions can accelerate osteoarthritis.

A wrist cyst is a swelling at the wrist. It can occur on either the upper (dorsal) or lower (volar) side. They consist of a thin wall filled with fluid coming from the wrist joint.

A joint mouse is a loose piece of bone or cartilage. It can occur due to a cartilage defect, but is also often caused by a bone fracture or serious accident to the joint, which causes a loose piece of bone to enter the joint.

Ankle osteoarthritis is the wear and tear of the cartilage in the ankle. It can result from trauma, overuse or misalignment of the foot or ankle. Sometimes it occurs spontaneously as a result of the natural aging process.

Pain at the level of the low back can occur acutely or gradually. It can happen spontaneously or as a result of a certain activity.