Tips for Recovering from an ACL Surgery
Overview ACL (anterior cruciate ligament) surgery is aimed at repairing the torn anterior cruciate ligament in the knee. It is generally done to repair damage to the ligament that connects the femur (thighbone) to the tibia (shinbone) to keep the knee joint in working order. A minimally invasive laparoscopic procedure, ACL surgery involves a graft to reconstruct or replace the injured ACL. Though one can most likely go home the same or the next day, recovery after ACL surgery takes time and includes rest, physical therapy, and gradual return to activities. Following the rehabilitation plan is crucial to facilitate a speedy recovery. Physical therapy is
Top Causes of ACL Tears
Introduction An ACL tear, or torn anterior cruciate ligament, is a common sports injury that can occur without playing sports too. A bone is connected to another bone by ligaments. There are four primary ligaments in the knee but the ACL is the one most commonly injured. Connecting the front top part of the shinbone to the back bottom part of the thigh bone, ACL is one of the four primary ligaments of the knee. The ACL also helps to keep the shin from sliding forward and gives rotational stability to the knee. A tear or strain in the knee that helps to keep
Can an Acl Injury Lead to Arthritis in the Future?
Introduction Knee ligament injuries treatment or ACL tears are dreaded by all and are one of the most common athletic injuries and can prove to be ravaging especially for a young athlete, causing absences from sports teams, substantial restoration, and an interruption to normal life. Most athletes, their parents and coaches are worried about getting back to activity and not about what might happen in a few years. But the hard fact is that this injury can lead to some serious long-term complications. The knees are one of the most vital joints in the human body, held together by a strong yet
Ankle Instability: Tips for Strengthening Weak Ankles
Introduction Ankles are one of the most overused joints in the human body. The wear and tear experienced by ankle joints and muscles every day can take a toll on them over time. Besides affecting a person's balance, weak ankles can increase the risk of sprains, leading to persistent instability. Ankle pain can be extremely uncomfortable and debilitating. Dr. Tanvir Bhutani at Eva Hospital recommends you take action to strengthen your ankles before they cause you pain. Also read: Tendonitis and Tendinopathy Symptoms of Weak Ankles The ankles turning or rolling to the outside is the most common symptom of weak ankles. Other symptoms are: Tender ankles
Getting Rid of Wrist Pain for Good
Any discomfort in the wrist is defined as thumb and wrist pain. It’s usually caused by carpal tunnel syndrome. Wrist injury, arthritis and gout are other factors that contribute to wrist pain. Wrist Anatomy There are ten bones connected to the wrist joint, two coming in from the forearm, the radius on the thumb side and the ulna on the pinky side, and eight coming in from the hand called carpals. The bones and ligaments are supportive structures but if they have not been adapted to the vigorous, repetitive training, they lack the resilience to endure injury. Ligament sprain and bone stress fractures are
Osteoarthritis of Hips and Knees
Arthritis is one of the most common chronic problems affecting majorly patients over the age of 70 but it may affect younger people too. The severity of osteoarthritis increases with age. The most common joint affected in osteoarthritis is the knees, hands, and hips. A degenerative type of arthritis called Osteoarthritis occurs mostly in people above 50 years of age though it may occur in younger people too. Introduction Our joints go through a normal cycle of wear, tear and repair during our lifetime. As the joints repair themselves, their shape and structure change. If this change happens in one or more of
What Is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, How to Deal with It?
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) affects patients who have been physically extremely active in hand movements over a period of time. CTS occurs due to the prolonged compression of the median nerve of the hands that lie in the carpal tunnel. It is responsible for controlling and aiding the movement of our thumbs and fingers. Orthopedic surgeons and Rheumatologists are specialists in dealing with patients who are diagnosed with CTS. CTS happens over time and may increase in its symptoms in advanced stages. The main median nerve is compressed due to continuous pressure at the carpal tunnel and affects the ability of the
Fractures Recovery With Physiotherapy
Understanding Fracture and use of Physiotherapy Physiotherapy is one of the best tools for fracture recovery. It is a detailed care plan that aims at the complete recovery of the patient. Its gradual and yet consistent process ensures proper recovery and long-term positive effects. A fracture is generally defined as a break in a bone that disrupts its continuity in some way. Some different types of fractures include open fractures, closed fractures, transverse fractures, oblique fractures, and spiral fractures. For most of the fracture healing time, fractures are treated through the means of surgery which helps to bring bone alignment back.
एच्लीस टेंडन इंजरी- अकिलीज़ कंडरा के लक्षण, कारण और रिकवरी।
एड़ी की हड्डी को पिंडली की मांसपेशी को जोड़ने वाले अकिलीज़ कंडरा (टेंडन) या स्नायुजाल शरीर का सबसे बड़ा और सबसे मजबूत कण्डरा है। अकिलीज़ टेंडन का टूटना या चोटिल होना धावकों, और अधेड़ उम्र के खिलाड़ियों में अधिक होता है। हालांकि यह किसी को भी हो सकता है, चाहे वे एथलीट हों या नहीं। मुख्य रूप से यह इंजरी अति उपयोग करने, या दौड़ने-कूदने जैसी गतिविधियों के कारण होती है। इसे Achilles Tendinopathy (AT) भी कहा जाता है और ये काफी दर्दनाक होता है। इसमें पैर को ऊपर नीचे करना भी मुश्किल हो जाता है। कुछ रोगियों को आराम
Post-Surgical Joint Replacement Precautions & Tips
Recuperating after a joint replacement surgery is a crucial time and taking the right precautions pays off. Joint surgery promises a pain-free and mobile lifestyle for the patient. Advancement in technology has enabled people to get new joints that easily last 30 years. There are many kinds of replacement surgeries such as hip, knee, ankle, shoulder and others. Here are a few tips and precautions about what to expect after your joint replacement surgery. The most common operations are total knee replacement (TKR) and hip replacement. After the operation, recovery and rehabilitation is a crucial stage. Here are a few insights. Scar/