Posts

Lectures on ARTHRITIS

CAUSES OF MENISCAL TEARS We have two causes of meniscal tears which include • Trauma (Physical injury/shock) • Degenerative(wear and tear (Disease)) Trauma In young individuals, meniscal tears are usually caused by trauma, especially trauma involving a twisting or pivoting of the knee. Gradual degeneration In older individuals, there may be a gradual degeneration of the meniscus with no single causative event. As older individuals develop osteoarthritis of the knee, the menisci develop degenerative changes as well, and these can look like tears on imaging studies

Knee meniscus disorders involve.........

Knee meniscus disorders involve the followings: 1.)Medial meniscus 2.)Lateral meniscus. 3.) Symptomatic meniscal tears 4.) Oblique and vertical longitudinal tears Disorder means “TEARS” The two semicircular pads of cartilage in the knee between the joint surfaces (femoral and tibial condyles) of the upper leg bone (femur) and lower leg bone (tibia). Menisci serve as shock absorbers. The most common meniscus disorder is a tear. The medial meniscus is more commonly torn than the lateral, because it is more firmly anchored to the joint capsule and surrounding ligaments. Tears are classified according to location, shape, size, and stability. The major classes of tears include the vertical longitudinal, oblique (often called parrot-beaked, or flap tear), displaced (bucket handle), degenerative, transverse, horizontal, or complex (involving multiple tears). Oblique and vertical longitudinal tears are the most common. Symptomatic meniscal tears usually require sugery because the...

Something must happen to conclude that there is a damaged surfaces of the knee joint

N/B: Something must happen to conclude that there is a damaged surfaces of the knee joint I.e the surface knee joint is “DAMAGED” . And that is when the “MENISCUS” in the knee joint is damaged. MEDICAL MENISCUS TEAR Meniscus is A curved part of cartilage in the knees and other joints that acts as a shock absorber, increases contact area, and deepens the knee joint. Cartilage. A type of tissue that covers the surface of a bone at a joint. Cartilage helps reduce the friction of movement within a joint. However OGC HEALTH AND HEALTH CARE with the mobile number code +2347036367734 undergo the cure without knee Replacement/ transplant of damage cartilage or meniscus

Things Needed To Know Before the procedure of KNEE TRANSPLANT

Things Needed To Know Before the procedure • Your doctor will explain the procedure to you and offer you the opportunity to ask any questions that you might have about the procedure. • You will be asked to sign a consent form that gives your permission to do the procedure. Read the form carefully and ask questions if something is not clear. • In addition to a complete medical history, your doctor may perform a complete physical examination to ensure you are in good health before undergoing the procedure. You may undergo blood tests or other diagnostic tests. • Notify your doctor if you are sensitive to or are allergic to any medications, latex, tape, and anesthetic agents (local and general). • Notify your doctor of all medications (prescribed and over-the-counter) and herbal supplements that you are taking. • Notify your doctor if you have a history of bleeding disorders or if you are taking any anticoagulant (blood-thinning) medications, aspirin, or other medications that a...

Understanding The Risks of the procedure In Knee Transplant

Risks of the procedure As with any surgical procedure, complications can occur. Some possible complications may include, but are not limited to, the following: • Bleeding • Infection • Blood clots in the legs or lungs • Loosening or wearing out of the prosthesis • Fracture • Continued pain or stiffness DANGER OF WRONG SURGERY DESPITE THE PAIN The replacement knee joint may become loose, be dislodged, or may not work the way it was intended. The joint may have to be replaced again in the future. Nerves or blood vessels in the area of surgery may be injured, resulting in weakness or numbness. The joint pain may not be relieved by surgery. There may be other risks depending on your specific medical condition. Be sure to discuss any concerns with your doctor prior to the procedure.

Medical Treatments for Degenerative (KNEE RELACEMENT)

medical treatments for degenerative Some medical treatments for degenerative joint disease may include, but are not limited to, the following: • Anti-inflammatory medications Glucosamine and chondroitin sulfate • Pain medications Limiting painful activities Assistive devices for walking (such as a cane) • Physical therapy Cortisone injections into the knee joint • Viscosupplementation injections (to add lubrication into the joint to make joint movement less painful) • Weight loss (for obese persons) However OGC HEALTH AND HEALTH CARE with the mobile number code +2347036367734 undergo the cure without knee transplant of damage cartilage / meniscus PRICE=N100,000 .Only • Anti-inflammatory medications (Rheumatoid Arthritis) • Pain medications (Osteo Arthritis) Limiting painful activities Assistive devices for walking (such as a cane) There may be other reasons for your doctor to recommend a knee replacement surgery.

Reasons for the procedure (KNEE REPLACEMENT)

Reasons for the procedure Knee replacement surgery is a treatment for pain and disability in the knee. The most common condition that results in the need for knee replacement surgery is osteoarthritis. Osteoarthritis is characterized by the breakdown of joint cartilage. Damage to the cartilage and bones limits movement and may cause pain. People with severe degenerative joint disease may be unable to do normal activities that involve bending at the knee, such as walking or climbing stairs, because they are painful. The knee may swell or "give-way" because the joint is not stable. Other forms of arthritis, such as rheumatoid arthritis and arthritis that results from a knee injury, may also lead to degeneration of the knee joint. In addition, fractures, torn cartilage, and/or torn ligaments may lead to irreversible damage to the knee joint. If medical treatments are not satisfactory, knee replacement surgery may be an effective treatment.