Total Joint Replacement
Total joint replacement is a surgical treatment option that may be performed by orthopedic surgeons. This is most commonly considered for the treatment of damaged joints that are causing ongoing problems for the patient.
Hip Replacement Surgery
Hip replacement surgery is a common orthopedic surgery that you may have heard of but perhaps do not know too much about!
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Surgery and the Spine
Having surgery that involves the spine is not something that the majority of people will experience in their lifetime. However, it may present as a necessary procedure for certain health conditions, as well as due to accidents and unexpected injury. The spine is an incredibly complex structure. It serves many important purposes in regards to the function of the body on the whole.
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Conventional Cancer Treatments
Cancer can be a difficult condition to manage, especially if it is not diagnosed early. If this is an illness that you develop at any stage in your life, then it can be very helpful to be aware of the treatment options available to you.
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Recovering from Orthopedic Surgery
When it comes to undergoing orthopedic surgery, one of the most important things for a patient to consider is how they will handle the recovery period. Many orthopedic patients require extensive rehab after surgery, and a commitment to this process is often pivotal to a full and successful recovery. Some patients require much less time spent with a physical therapist as part of their rehab recovery, and this will be at the discretion of the orthopedic surgeon.
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3D Printing & The Future of Orthopedic Surgery
The way that we currently heal bones could be about to experience an exciting revolution of the 3D variety! Researchers at Northwestern University are in the process of perfecting a ‘hyper-elastic bone’ using innovative 3D technology.
This development in technology could soon be used to bind tendons and bones together using live tissue! This is a fairly new discovery and the technology is not yet approved for human use. However, the potential for improvements to ongoing care and post-surgery results for patients are potentially huge!
Understanding and Avoiding Runners Knee
Chondromalacia patellae is a condition often referred to as “runner’s knee”. This is where the cartilage located just on the underside of the kneecap (or patella) has deteriorated due to overuse or misalignment, causing strain on the joint. The knee joint feels as though it is grinding when in use. A big problem with developing this condition is that it causes pain that cannot be relieved through rest alone.
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Deciding to Have Orthopedic Surgery
Making the decision to undergo surgery should not be a process that is taken lightly. Before you reach a conclusion regarding a possible operation, you will have the input of several different healthcare professionals as well as your support network.
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Common Orthopedic Surgeries
Orthopedic care is primarily concerned with health conditions that affect the bones and the muscles within the human body. Orthopedic surgery is often required to fix these problems. However, there are also a wide range of effective non-surgical approaches for improving the quality of life of the patient.
An orthopedic surgeon will develop their own approach to dealing with certain medical problems throughout their career. They will also strive to stay up to date with all of the latest technological developments within their field of healthcare in order to maximise their treatment success rates.
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Wearable Technology and Orthopedic Outcomes
As discussed in a previous blog post, wearable technology is an amazing way to boost your health and fitness efforts. There are a wide range of different gadgets in existence that can help you to track your exercise by storing data when you wear them during a workout.