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How successful is hip replacement surgery?

Por Mr Nick de Roeck
2024-04-26

Total hip replacement surgery is used to treat painful conditions of the hip, such as osteoarthritis, which otherwise cause pain in the groin, buttock, thigh or knee. Leading orthopaedic surgeon Mr Nick de Roeck explains just how successful the procedure is... подробнее

Osteoarthritis: causes and treatment

Por Mr Rizwan Shahid
2024-04-26

Osteoarthritis is a degenerative joint disease that affects millions of people worldwide. It is characterised by the wear and tear of the cartilage that lines the joints. This leads to pain, stiffness and limited mobility. подробнее

Psoriasis, keloid scarring, arthritis and many more: Could radiotherapy be the answer?

Por Dr Richard Shaffer
2024-04-26

Radiotherapy, traditionally used to treat cancer, can also be beneficial to patients with benign conditions such as psoriasis, arthritis and keloid scarring. In this illuminating article, highly respected radiotherapy specialist and consultant clinical oncologist Dr Richard Shaffer gives an expert guide to radiotherapy for benign conditions. подробнее

Why do people fear knee replacements more than hip replacements?

Por Mr Manoj Sood
2024-04-26

It’s true that people who are in need of a knee replacement due to knee arthritis are often more concerned about the operation than those who need their hip replaced. While it is perfectly normal to have concerns before any operation, knee replacements, when performed by an experienced knee surgeon, will have reliable results. We asked Mr Manoj Sood about the different concerns that people have before knee replacement surgery. подробнее