Wrist Prosthesis: Understanding the Procedure, Benefits, and Recovery
A wrist prosthesis, also known as total wrist arthroplasty, is a surgical procedure that replaces damaged wrist joint surfaces with artificial compone...
By Hart
Category: Orthopedic Surgery
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Shoulder Surgery: Understanding Failure, Risks, and Prevention
Yes, shoulder surgery can fail, meaning the desired outcomes of pain relief, restored function, or stability are not fully achieved, potentially leadi...
By Jordan
Knee Osteotomy: Understanding HTO, DFO, and Recovery
Knee osteotomy is a surgical procedure that involves cutting and reshaping leg bones to realign the knee joint, redistribute weight, and alleviate pai...
By Hart
Ankle Replacement: Causes, Diagnosis, and Management of Persistent Pain
Persistent pain eight months after total ankle arthroplasty is atypical and necessitates thorough medical investigation to identify underlying causes ...
By Alex
Labrum Repair vs. Reconstruction: Understanding the Differences and Indications
Labrum repair reattaches a torn labrum to preserve native tissue for acute, healthy tears, while labrum reconstruction replaces the damaged labrum wit...
By Hart
Arthroscopic Knee Surgery: Optimizing Recovery, Rehabilitation, and Post-Operative Care
Optimal recovery from arthroscopic knee surgery requires strict adherence to rehabilitation protocols, diligent pain management, and a holistic approa...
By Hart
Arthroplasty: Understanding Revision Rates, Influencing Factors, and Prognosis
Arthroplasty revision rates vary by joint, patient, and implant type, typically ranging from 5-10% at 10 years to 15-20% at 20 years for hip and knee ...
By Jordan
Elbow Surgery: Procedures, Recovery, and Rehabilitation
Elbow surgery encompasses diverse procedures, from minimally invasive arthroscopy to total joint replacement, aimed at repairing or reconstructing dam...
By Alex
Total Knee Replacement: Muscle Involvement, Surgical Approaches, and Recovery
During Total Knee Replacement (TKR), surgeons primarily incise the joint capsule and may partially incise the quadriceps tendon or split/retract muscl...
By Jordan
