Browsing all articles filed under the "Orthopedics" category.
The future of joint replacement is shifting towards personalized, less invasive, and regenerative solutions, aiming for enhanced longevity, faster rec...
By Alex
The posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) does not typically regenerate or "grow back" to its original form and function after a significant tea...
By Hart
Knee realignment refers to a range of conservative and surgical interventions aimed at correcting deviations in knee joint alignment to alleviate pain...
By Jordan
While cartilage itself lacks nerve endings, tears frequently cause pain indirectly by irritating surrounding innervated joint structures, causing infl...
By Alex
Tightness after total knee replacement often results from post-surgical swelling, scar tissue, and muscle adaptation, though persistent or new tightne...
By Jordan
While mild aches are common three months after hip replacement, persistent, worsening, or severe pain is not typical and requires immediate medical ev...
By Hart
Knee gel injections can offer temporary pain relief and improved function for individuals with mild to moderate knee osteoarthritis, though their over...
By Hart
OATS (Osteochondral Autograft Transfer System) knee surgery is a specialized orthopedic procedure that repairs damaged cartilage and bone in the knee ...
By Jordan
A false joint, or pseudarthrosis, is a condition where a bone fracture fails to heal properly, leading to abnormal movement and instability at the fra...
By Alex
