The Pathophysiology of Degenerative Joint Disease
Have you ever wondered what takes place when arthritis hits? What is the pathophysiology of degenerative joint disease all about? How does a healthy …
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Learn About Toe Joint Replacement
Walking can be very painful when the big toe and its joint are afflicted with degenerative changes or arthritis. Learn how toe joint replacement can …
Continue ReadingArthroscopy of the Knee: Preparation, Procedure, Recovery & Risks
Are you getting ready to have an arthroscopy of the knee? Here we will explore what the procedure is, recovery, and other important information.
Continue ReadingBenefits of Physiotherapy for Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis affects millions of people around the world. Although it afflicts mostly older women in their 60’s, even young adults and men may …
Continue ReadingPatellofemoral Joint Replacement Surgery: Indications, Benefits & Risks
Partial knee joint replacement is a procedure performed on a damaged, often arthritic knee, where the front part (knee cap) is involved. Learn why and …
Continue ReadingGinger and Arthritis — How Can This Healing Food Bring Relief for Arthritis Sufferers?
Ginger has so many health benefits, from stimulating circulation to reducing inflammation. Learn the facts on ginger, arthritis, and your well-being.
Continue ReadingA Guide to the Diagnosis and Treatment of Anterior Tibial Tendonitis
Anterior tibial tendonitis often results from repetitive stress to the tendon in front of the ankle. Learn what the symptoms are and how this …
Continue ReadingHip Bursitis: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment
Did you fall on your hip and now it causes intense pain? Does your hip hurt after lying on it for any length of time? Do you have bone spurs or …
Continue ReadingOsteoarthritis of the Hands: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis & Treatment
Do you have osteoarthritis of the hands? Here we will discuss in detail this condition to help you better understand it.
Continue ReadingRadiation Treatment for Bursitis: Is It Effective?
Radiation treatment for bursitis may not be a completely acceptable form of treatment in the medical community today but tests are showing its …
Continue ReadingArthrodesis of the Ankle: Benefits and Risks
Arthrodesis of the ankle is a surgical procedure, also called a joint fusion. The surgeon fuses the bones together, which greatly reduces the …
Continue ReadingElbow Arthroscopy: Surgical Procedure to Correct Structural Changes and Relieve Pain
The elbow is the joint where the upper arm and the lower arm meet, and as a very movable joint it receives a lot of stress, making it prone to injury. …
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