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3 Causes and 3 Solutions for a Torn Knee Ligament

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  It's ironic that the people who are most likely to suffer a torn ligament in a knee injury are those with more active lifestyles. The vast majority of these serious injuries occur among athletes, such as footballers or runners, or among those with a high degree of physical activity in their routines. A torn ligament in knee patients causes the person not only to suffer, but to have more to lose from these injuries. That's why the experts at the Expert Joint Care Clinic take knee ligament injuries very seriously; We are careful to select the most appropriate treatment plan for your knee injury based on the specific details of the injury, your medical history, and your lifestyle. A torn ligament in knee patients should not signify long-term alterations in their active lifestyle; But, if left untreated or treated ineffectively, this may be the unfortunate reality they face. Torn ligament in knee patients: three common causes There are many types of injuries that can affect the...

Benefits of Direct Anterior Hip Replacement

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Direct anterior hip replacement is an innovative and advanced approach to hip replacement that significantly improves surgical outcomes. It is gaining popularity among patients and surgeons alike due to the following benefits: Less damage to surrounding muscles - There are fewer muscles located in the front of the hip. The surgeon does not cut or separate any of these muscles and instead can work between the muscles to access and replace the damaged hip joint. Faster recovery: Because there are fewer injuries to the hip muscles, they can provide better support for the new hip joint. In a randomized study conducted by the Mayo Clinic, patients were able to achieve functional milestones such as discontinuation of the walker or walking a half mile approximately 5 days earlier with direct anterior hip replacement. Smaller Incision Size: Direct anterior approach hip replacement can be performed through a single 4-inch incision. The posterior hip replacement approach generally requires a 9 ...

Common causes of hand and elbow pain

 H and and elbow pain has many potential causes, including: Fractures - A broken bone may be the cause of your pain if you recently fell, were in a car accident, or received a blow to your arm or hand. Stress fractures, small cracks in the bone, can also cause pain. A strain or sprain: The muscles in the hand or around the elbow may have become strained or twisted. Sprains or strains are common in athletes who play racquet or contact sports, but can also occur if you lift a heavy object. Tennis elbow: Playing tennis or golf or participating in any type of activity that involves repetitive arm movements can increase the risk of developing tennis elbow. The condition occurs when the tendons in the elbow become inflamed or damaged. Arthritis : Arthritis occurs when the cartilage that protects the ends of the bones in the joints of the hands or elbows begins to wear down. Carpal tunnel syndrome: Pain, numbness, and tingling in the hand and fingers can occur due to pressure on a nerve...