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% [...]
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Friday, July 16th, 2010
Ergonomics Have a look at your work space and see what you can change to make it more comfortable for you. Here is a checklist of the main things to consider: – Chair – Height (monitor, desk, chair) – Commonly used objects should be placed closer to your, less commonly used items placed further away [...]
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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 [...]
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