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Optimizing Knee Positioning During Arthroscopic Knee Surgery
In this Technical Note, we propose an approach to improve the existing knee positions using a metal round stool as a foot support. The method aims to reduce reliance on human assistants during knee arthroscopy procedures and restore the natural positioning of leg muscles, potentially improving procedural outcomes.
Bottom-of-Foot Pain: Why It Hurts and How to Treat It
When the bottom of your foot hurts when you walk, it can be caused by many things, from ill-fitting shoes to activities like long-distance running or walking. For jobs that require long hours on your feet, bottom-of-the-foot pain is an occupational hazard.
Revolutionizing cartilage repair: The role of macrophages and hyaluronic acid in healing injuries
Injuries of the knee resulting in damage to cartilage affect approximately 900,000 Americans annually, resulting in more than 200,000 surgical procedures. These injuries are frequently associated with pain, diminished joint functionality, and reduced quality of life.
Posterolateral Versus Posteromedial Approach for Posterior Malleolus Fixation in Trimalleolar Fractures of the Ankle
Ankle fractures, particularly those involving the posterior malleolus, are prevalent injuries that can lead to significant functional impairment if not managed appropriately. The choice of surgical approach for posterior malleolus fixation - posteromedial (PM) or posterolateral (PL) - remains a debate among orthopedic surgeons. The PM approach is a traditional technique involving extensive soft tissue dissection, while the PL approach offers improved visualization and precision with potentially less soft tissue disruption.
Platelet rich plasma injection in knee osteoarthritis: results after four years.
To evaluate the short and long term effects of intra-articular injection of PRP on pain and functional status of the knee joint as measured by the Lysholm questionnaire and visual analogic pain scale (VAS).