Osteoarthritis

A Birmingham Hip Resurfacing (BHR) prosthesis is a medical device used for partial hip replacement surgery. The Birmingham Hip Resurfacing device is used to provide stability and mobility for patients with hip pain and joint deterioration. The implant contains two parts, both made of Cobalt-Chromium alloy. The top portion of the implant is spherical, which looks like half of a ball, with a thin cylindrical stem that branches out of the spherical piece. The parts are the acetabular cup and the…

Though researchers don't know exactly what causes fibromyalgia to occur, fibromyalgia research has provided several theories that can help those who suffer from the condition control their symptoms. What is Fibromyalgia? A generic fibromyalgia definition is that it's a chronic disorder characterized by widespread pain and tenderness. Other symptoms are often present, which include: Fatigue Cognitive difficulties, which include impaired ability to focus on tasks and limited concentration…

From genetics to snug shoes, the cause of a hammertoe varies. Though painful, what remains certain is early detection as the key to a speedy recovery. A hammertoe is that unusual bend in your third, fourth, or little toe. With time, it can worsen, but by recognizing the issue early on, you can lessen the likelihood of surgery. We understand — you want to get back on your feet sooner than later. That's why Dr. Cox has outlined his pro-tips for healing, so you can return to life, uninterrupted.…

Injuries affecting the lower limb are very common in all walks of life and can affect anyone at any age. As it is the case with most of our body parts, there are pain-sensitive structures in the hip, knee and ankle. The structures can be sources of pain and discomfort. The most important element is to find out what is causing the pain in your hip, knee or ankle. At Wellness In Motion Chiropractic Center, we make sure that the underlying cause of pain is first identified and this may include…

Two joint range of motion (ROM) of two patients, one in upper limb and one in lower limb, are measured and the data is recorded. The first ROM measured is the angle made between shank and posterior thigh, which is the angle for knee extension. The relative position of the patient and the therapist are standardized with patient sitting over the edge of the bed, keeping the trunk straight, while the therapist standing on knees close the side of legs being measured. Moving and stationary body…

Introduction: Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is an autoimmune disease that is for a long term. And it’s happen in the joints, surrounding tissue and other organs causing inflammation of those organs. Causes: The cause of RA is unknown and not clear. It is an autoimmune disease which means that the body attacks by mistake their own immune system and the healthy cells. But it's thought it may involve environmental factors, genetic makeup and hormones changes. Smoking may involve to RA. It happens…

1. Pierre-Auguste Renoir (1841-1919), who created ~6000 works and suffered from severe RA for the last 25 years of his life. Evidence from personal letters, photographs and biographical notes gives testimony to the way that artist’s technique evolved to overcome the difficulties of the rheumatic disease. The so-called painter of happiness did not know about the benefits conferred by disease modifying anti-rheumatic drugs and was treated with purges and antipyrine. Due to nature course of disease…

As a complex and energetically used joint, the knee is highly prone to suffering painful injuries and developing severe knee conditions. The constant pressure that is put on the knee during the physical activities on a daily basis, wears the knee out and is one of the major causes for multiple knee conditions or injuries at once. Lionel Perales visited Manhattan Orthopedic Care because of an agonizing pain in his knees. During the initial appointment, Dr. Armin Tehrany thoroughly examined…

Suture-button fixation for tibiofibular syndesmosis injuries is a relatively new surgical technique thought to provide semirigid dynamic stabilization. However, adequate information is still not available and there are controversies as to whether it provides enough fixation for syndesmosis injuries. Optimally directed suture-button fixation brings physiologic dynamic stabilization of the ankle syndesmosis. Controlled laboratory study. Stabilization of the ankle syndesmosis fixed by a…

Rheumatoid Arthritis Evidence in Egyptian mummies having disfigured hands and feet suggests the ancient Egyptians were plagued with a modern disease known as rheumatoid arthritis (Mandal, nd). Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is an autoimmune disease affecting thousands of people. The disease commonly attacks the joints of hands and feet causing irreparable damage. Treating RA may be a challenge because the cause of the disease is still being studied. A person diagnosed with arthritis can expect a…