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The End Of Metal Hip Replacements?

Monday, March 5th, 2012

In spite of assurances from regulators, specialist surgeons belive all-metal hip replacements should no longer be used. Metallic debris can be produced from the friction during use causing serious side effects. Despite disagreement from the British Hip Societcy, the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) claims the joint implants can still be used. Joints [...]

Osteoarthritis

Tuesday, September 7th, 2010

Osteoarthritis is defined as degeneration of (synovial) joints. Synovial joints are made up of hyaline cartilage or fibrocartilage that line the bony surfaces. They contain synovial fluid which lubricates the joint. Osteoarthritis affects women to men 2:1. It is the most common form of arthritis in patients over 50 years of age and affects 50% [...]

HIV-related loss of joint motion

Tuesday, August 3rd, 2010

Research Paper 2006: Measuring the effects of HIV-related distal symmetrical peripheral neuropathy on joint range of movement using the “prayer” sign. Author: Trishul Vadi Supervisor: Paul Blanchard Acknowledgments The author would like to thank the following people for their help and support in carrying out this undergraduate research study: Paul Blanchard for supervising this study. [...]

Tuesday, March 6th, 2012

Total Knee Replacement Proof Is ‘Lacking’

More research is required on the long-term safety, patient satisfaction and effectiveness of total knee replacements. The majority of knee replacements are for patients with osteoarthritis. The operation replaces arthritic damaged knee joints, with an artificial joint. An article published in the Lancet stated the implants had “proliferated” without full testing. The UK regulator said [...]