Tag: joint stiffness

  • MPS Disorder

    MPS Disorder: Definition and Description of MPS Disorder: MPS Disorder, or mucopolysaccharidosis, is a group of inherited metabolic disorders caused by the absence or malfunctioning of lysosomal enzymes responsible for breaking down mucopolysaccharides, also known as glycosaminoglycans. These complex carbohydrates accumulate in the body and lead to progressive damage in various organs and tissues. Symptoms…

  • FOP

    FOP Definition and Description of FOP Fibrodysplasia ossificans progressiva (FOP) is an extremely rare genetic disorder characterized by the abnormal development of bone in places where bone should not exist, such as muscles, tendons, and ligaments. This condition is typically caused by a mutation in the ACVR1 gene, which plays a critical role in regulating…