Osteoarthritis of the knee is an ailment that effects the knee joint. This is also known as wear & tear arthritis because in this condition, the cartilage of the knee which cushions and lubricates the joints wears off reducing the joints ability to move and causing immense pain with swelling in the knee. Patients suffering […]
Minimally invasive hip replacement surgery is also known as laparoscopic surgery, arthroscopy or a keyhole surgery. This is a treatment administered to patients diagnosed with hip arthritis. The objective of this procedure is to replace the hip joint with orthopedic implants that help the joint regain its functionality. A minimally invasive hip replacement surgery involves […]
A high impact injury in any part of your body may result in broken bones or fracture. Though fractures differ in nature according to the location, complexity and other features; it is important to know that bone breaks need immediate medical attention for proper healing and resetting of the bone. One of the most critical […]
Rotator cuff muscles are tendons that protect the shoulder joint in the human body. These muscles keep the upper head of the arm bone firmly wedged into the shoulder blade and support the movements of the shoulder joint. With the help of these muscles we can lift and rotate our arms freely. A tear in […]
Total knee replacement is a surgical procedure used to treat knee joints which are worn out. Usually, this is recommended in cases of severe osteoarthritis. In such cases, the patient’s joint bones have been rendered useless due to breakdown of the joint cartilage. The procedure involves removing of the damaged cartilage and bone, and replacing […]
Most Probably the hip replacement implants you end up with, is the one that is selected by your surgeon depending on various factors such as your arthritic damage, activity level, weight, age and much more. If you are looking out for a hip replacement surgery you should consider about knowing certain things related to the […]
A fracture is a broken bone, which can range from a thin crack to a complete break. Bone can fracture lengthwise or crosswise in several places. Most of the fractures happen when a bone is impacted by a force or pressure than exceeds more than it can support. Types of Bone Fractures The condition of […]
Wrist Arthroplasty in the wrist is very less common than knee or hip replacement but can be an option if you have painful arthritis that does not respond to other treatments. In wrist arthroplasty, the damaged parts of the wrist bones are removed and replaced with orthopedic implants. Wrist replacement surgery may help retain or […]
A number of health issues can make mobility and physical activity difficult for a person. Orthopedic surgery may be the prescribed by the doctors to the patients to resolve some of these issues. Here’s a look at a few of the most common orthopedic surgeries 1) Joint Replacement It is one of the most serious […]
Recovery from orthopedic surgery can take a lot of time, but there are some tips you can follow up to make the process go as quickly as possible. Here are some of the basic but effective tips for recovering quickly from an orthopedic surgery: 1) Â Strictly Follow Post-Operation Instructions Immediately after the surgery, you will […]