Fiber Optic Technology and Surgery
As we discuss regularly on the Onto Orthopedics blog, technology is continuing to develop at an incredible rate. The benefits that this brings to patients are fantastic, far-reaching and not to be ignored!
Tennis Elbow Diagnosis and Treatment
The medical term for tennis elbow is lateral epicondylitis. This is a condition that will initially present as pain in the lateral part of the elbow. This is usually characterised as a sharp pain and will impact the patients quality of life as it can affect even the simplest of tasks. Not only will the patient struggle with pain, but they can also experience a weakened grip which also makes simple tasks more difficult. Tennis elbow is a very common orthopedic problem that healthcare professionals will treat regularly.
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Healing a Broken Ankle
If you have ever been unfortunate enough to break your ankle then you will know that orthopedic doctors also refer to this injury as an ankle fracture. Either one or more of the bones in the ankle joint will be broken, and the amount of broken bones will determine how difficult it is to resume normal tasks.
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What Does it Take to Be an Orthopedic Surgeon?
The training involved with becoming an orthopedic surgeon is quite extensive and it will take many years before a new surgeon is ready to practice medicine and operate. Not only does embarking upon this career require a lengthy period of training, but it also requires that the person in question has a strong desire to help other people heal. This passion to bring relief, return function and eradicate pain from the lives of those afflicted with health issues has to be the main driver behind this career choice. Anyone who enters for any other reason will soon burn out and realise that this is not the career path for them!
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Deep Vein Thrombosis Prevention
New technology is continuing to revolutionise practically everything that we do! Innovations in technology have the potential to improve how surgery is conducted, enhance transportation, boost education, develop aviation and change the way that architecture is designed - to name just a few!
Surgery and the Risk of Deep Vein Thrombosis
Orthopedic surgery can make a huge difference to a patient's life. But as with any surgery it comes with some risks! A major risk involved with orthopedic surgery is deep vein thrombosis (DVT). Today we are going to take a look at this condition, as well as some associated risks and prevention measures.
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Are You Living With Foot Pain?
If you are experiencing pain in one or both of your feet then you are certainly not alone! This common problem can occur for a wide range of reasons and an early diagnosis can really help the healing process.
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The Road to Recovery and Optimum Nutrition
Watching what you eat should always be a priority when it comes to your health. However, when you are preparing for surgery, or recovering from it, this is something that you should give serious consideration to.
Symptoms and Treatment Options for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Carpal tunnel syndrome is a fairly common condition that afflicts the hands and fingers. I have discussed this syndrome in a previous blog post and today I would like to examine it in greater detail!
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How Best to Treat a Clavicle Fracture
Injuring yourself is never going to be a fun experience and getting back to full health can be quite a drag! Injuries which are on the more serious side of the scale will often require surgery and then the patient may still have a long road to recovery ahead of them. Being able to treat an injury without surgery is generally going to be the preferred option of many patients. In some instances the choice to operate or not can be a tough one.
The clavicle is a common place to experience an injury, especially a fracture, and deciding whether to operate on it or not can be tricky. The clavicle forms part of the shoulder and aids in the suspension of the arm. It is also referred to as the collarbone. Clavicle injuries are most commonly experienced during bicycle or automobile accidents and also through contact sports. It is so prone to damage because it there isn’t a large amount of muscle in this area, meaning it has less protection from impact.
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