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Role of Arthroscopic surgery in Fracture Management - All you need to know

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Arthroscopic surgeries also called as Arthroscopy, is a Minimal invasive orthopaedic procedure which is used to diagnose and treat several joint problem and conditions related to the joints. In Arthroscopy, process involves the use of a narrow scope that is called as Arthroscope and  specialised surgical tools that access the joint through the tiny incision, as it is a Minimal invasive surgery it requires only few incisions through which the whole procedure is done, because of which the recovery time tends to be shorter than other open surgeries.  Now a days use of arthroscopic surgeries have been more prominent due to better visualisation and management of fractures specially fractures around the joints like Knee, Shoulder and Ankle. Along with use of cameras arthroscopic surgery also allowed the surgeon to view the injured articular surface more easily than the other open surgeries. As the arthroscopic surgery is performed under the fluid medium it is easier for the special...

Fracture management and Advantages by Arthroscopy

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Arthroscopy assisted techniques for treatment of fractures has been now the most simple and effective treatment techniques, the main advantages of this technique in comparison to other open methods are in this method there is a direct visualization of intra articular space, decreased invasiveness, proper technique increases the possibility for the multitasking interventions by which both the repair of the soft tissues, cartilage and the fixation of fracture can performed simultaneously.  The new Arthroscopic techniques is also very time effective as compared to the other time consuming and technically demanding open surgeries. In Another simple words we can say that arthroscopic fixation is increasingly utilized  for certain type of intra articular fracture types due to minimally invasive nature and the high accuracy of the procedure. The management of the articular fractures are always a matter of concern, every fracture is different from the other one using the classificati...

How to Reduce risk of joint pain during winter?

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Introduction:- Stiffness, discomforts, and pains are often related to weather fluctuations, particularly the falling climates of winter. There is no one justification for why lowering climates affect joints. One hypothesis is associated with declines in barometric pressure, which results in tendons, muscles, and the encircling tissues expanding. Because of the confined area within the body, this can result in discomfort, particularly in joints affected by arthritis. Realizing why certain people respond to weather differences and others do not is doubtful, but various steps can take to be more comfortable and decrease the risk when the climate turns cold. Everyone’s body reacts to varying barometric pressure, but individuals with arthritis and those with chronic pain are more sensitive to feeling pain. The evidence of a scientific connection between cold weather and joint pain is mixed. Various researches suggest a solid link while others de-emphasize it. But whatever the study says, fo...

Reasons Why Cold Weather Affect Joints

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Many types of research point to barometric pressure rather than temperature single as the governing cause of weather-related joint discomfort. Barometric pressure is the “weight” of the Earth’s atmosphere. It alters locally because of pressure systems that influence climate and rain. The Arthritis Foundation infers that these differences, like a cold or warm beginning moving in, can have the chief impact on the joints. So it’s not only the cold but rather changes in air pressure that induce difficulties.  Some experts suggest that decreases in barometric pressure cause tendons, muscles, and surrounding tissues expand, putting pressure on joints. Others infer lower temperatures may expand the viscosity of the synovial fluid that cushions the joints, slowing it down and prohibiting it from doing its job. Lifestyle and mental health components can also come into play. Workout often decreases in winter, implying less movement and more immobility in the joints.  Some of the other t...

CAUSES AND TREATMENT OF MENISCUS TEARS

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Meniscus is usually present between two bones which act as a cushion in knee joint. There are two menisci in each knee joint.  Normally the injury to the meniscus occurs during the activities in which there is a pressure while rotating the knee joint.  It's not necessary that only the athletes or the people who play contact sports are prone to meniscus injury, but the people who are forcefully rotating or giving extra pressure on the knee joint are more likely to get meniscus injuries. Even House wives or office goers can also get Meniscus injury during minor activities. Generally the treatment protocols depends upon the severity of injury, the treatment options can vary from rest to the surgery, many of the times you can help to prevent this injury by doing exercises that strengthens the leg muscle and using proper technique while playing Sports.  Causes of meniscus injuries:- The most common cause of meniscus tear are due to Sports that contains direct contact or applyi...

HOW TO RECOVER FROM TORN MENISCUS

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The meniscus tear or the Torn meniscus can be very painful. It can also affect and limit your mobility of the knee joint, the first thing after the meniscus injury that is done is to regain the function and reduce pain, and the key to end the pain and beginning the function is to follow all the instructions given by the doctor for early recovery. Some people have minor tear that can heal without surgery but in severe cases surgery is needed to repair the damage. Here are some of the tabs that might help you to recover faster from a torn meniscus. 1) R.I.C.E during meniscus tear:- R.I.C.E stands for rest, icing, compression and elevation. For any minor meniscus tear surgery is not needed either the doctor prescribe R I C E Rest the knee, this is usually done to avoid any further injury or any injury that may lead to serious injury. Putting ice or cold pack on the knee for 20 minutes several times in a day, helps in reducing pain. Compression should be applied by wearing bandage or brac...

WHAT IS MENISCUS INJURY AND SYMPTOMS of MENISCUS INJURY?

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Meniscus tear are one of the most common knee injuries. This is particularly seen in the athletes who play contact Sports. Meniscus tear are caused due to any activity that causes you to twist or rotate your knees forcefully, and occurs when you generally put the full weight on the twisted leg. Meniscus are the C shaped disk's made up of tissue that is present in the knees and act as a cushion between the shin bone and the thigh, and also helps in smooth moments of the knees. Any injury or tears to the meniscus can cause excessive pain, stiffness and swelling. The meniscus injury can occur to people of any age and most of them are due to sudden twisting or jumping motions. This injury can become major over time and also depends on the location of the lesion. The severity can very on the factor whether the injury is in the inner part of the meniscus or is a superficial injury.  As it is an internal injury, it's hard to diagnose. Some of the common symptoms of meniscus tear are:...