The hip joint within our body is the largest ball-and-socket joint, which can withstand repeated motion and a good amount of wear and tear. Whenever you walk, run, or perform any other movement, a cushion of cartilage helps prevent friction as the hip bone moves...
In India, the number of knee patients is on the rise. Every year, the number of people suffering from knee aches and those undergoing surgeries is only increasing. In fact, 80% of older adults are suffering from wear and tear of the knee bone; the...
Hip replacement surgeries generally last around 20 years, but after that, further wear and tear can require a second surgery to replace or repair the damaged areas of the hip. This second surgery is termed as a “revision hip replacement surgery”. Apart from the normal...
Having pain in your joints? Considering a joint replacement? Hold on! There could be a possible alternative! Subchondroplasty is what we are speaking about here. This is the procedure that involves the use of calcium-based cement that can be used as a bone substitute, which can...
The medical field is constantly evolving and improvising to bring better results for patients. Anterior hip replacement surgery is one example that proves this. In this surgery, the hip joint is accessed from the front of the hip, to remove the damaged hip joint and...
Anterior hip replacement surgery is the new kind of surgery that is being used by surgeons on patients suffering from hip injuries and dislocations. Although thousands of anterior hip replacement surgeries are being performed every year, it is a relatively new concept, and you would...
Generally, patients who have knee arthritis consider a knee replacement surgery when they experience pain or functional limitations in their knee. Some patients prefer opting for non-surgical solutions like medications, therapies, exercises, and walking aids. But, when these solutions don't seem to better the condition...
There are various types of knee replacement surgeries that can be performed on a patient, depending upon his condition and health, and the surgeon’s experience and preferences. The different types of total knee replacement in Bangalore include traditional knee replacement surgery, minimally invasive knee replacement...
Lakhs of people suffering from arthritis or damage of the hip joint are undergoing hip replacement surgeries in India every year; and more than 95% of patients are satisfied and happy with the surgery. So, if you are also suffering from any such hip problem,...
Just as important as it is to undergo a knee replacement surgery, equally important is it to have a recovery and treatment plan in place. Having such a plan can help the patient recover faster, which means helping him to leave the hospital sooner, regain...