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- New in the treatment of osteosarcomaWhat's new in the treatment of osteosarcoma? Much research on osteosarcoma is now being conducted in many medical centers, university hospitals, and other institutions around the world. New in understanding of osteosarcoma cells Researchers are learning more about what makes osteosarcoma cells different from normal bone cells. Learning more about changes in cells may lead to…
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Neck spurs disease and its problems
Osteoarthritis of the neck beaks is one of the common neck problems in which people suffer from unpleasant pain in addition to many secondary symptoms related to the position of the vertebrae. What is beak disease? Bony beaks are areas of excess bony growth that people get after advancing age, especially after sixty, and bony beaks may occur in…
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Robotic knee replacement surgery and everything related to it
Robotic knee joint replacement is one of the advanced surgeries that requires special preparation and quality equipment, as the robot does not replace the joint on its own, but requires a skilled surgeon to guide it. What is the robotic knee joint replacement procedure? Robotic knee replacement surgery is similar to traditional knee surgeries where a consultant orthopedic surgeon removes tissue…
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All you need to know about gout in the foot
Gout disease in the foot, also known as the disease of kings, is arthritis as a result of the accumulation of uric acid crystals in it, after which patients suffer from many and varied symptoms such as bouts of pain, difficulty walking, and redness of the big toe. What is gout? Gout is a type of arthritis that causes sudden attacks of…
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Achilles tendonitis, symptoms and treatment
Achilles tendonitis, or Achilles tendonitis, is a common inflammatory injury in athletes, causing pain, stiffness, and swelling in the Achilles tendon, which connects the calf muscles to the heel bone at the back. What is Achilles tendonitis? Achilles tendonitis, or Achilles tendonitis, occurs when the tendon becomes painful and…
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Behind the knee cyst (Baker's cyst) symptoms and treatment
A cyst behind the knee, or Baker's cyst, is a relatively common condition that causes stiffness and pain to develop in the knee. Treatment options for it vary, and in severe cases it is possible to resort to surgery to remove it. What is a cyst behind the knee? A cyst behind the knee, also known as a popliteal cyst or Baker's cyst, is a benign swelling filled with synovial fluid that appears in the popliteal fossa located in…
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All about ankylosing spondylitis
Ankylosing spondylosis is a rare type of arthritis that causes chronic pain and stiffness in the spine and peripheral joints, and requires early treatment to prevent deformities from developing over time. What is ankylosing spondylosis? Ankylosing Spondylitis is a chronic inflammatory disease and a form of arthritis that primarily affects…
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The most important ways to treat tennis elbow, causes and symptoms
Treatment for tennis elbow depends on several factors, including the severity of the pain, the patient’s age, the types of medications he takes, and his medical history. Treatment aims to relieve the pain or inflammation that occurs. What is tennis elbow? A tendon is the part of a muscle that attaches it to the bone, and forearm tendons connect the muscle to the outer bone of the elbow. Tennis elbow, also known medically as epicondylitis...
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Knee arthroscopy and its side effects
Knee arthroscopy is a very common surgical procedure that helps diagnose and treat many knee joint problems safely without any side effects on the patient’s movement and gait in the future. The importance of knee arthroscopy lies in the treatment of many structural injuries to the knee joint. Follow us to learn about the knee arthroscopy procedure, how it is performed, and its side effects. A glimpse of…
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Latest methods of treatment and prevention of osteoporosis
Treatment of osteoporosis is usually based on compensating for the decrease in bone density by giving calcium and nutritional supplements. It is a disease that greatly affects the joints and the body, but it is easy to treat. Definition of osteoporosis Osteoporosis is a progressive bone disorder that leads to an increased risk of bone fractures as a result of a decrease in bone mineral density, loss of normal bone structure and adequate mineralization...
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Causes and treatment of joint stiffness
Joint stiffness occurs with age and may be natural and does not cause discomfort, or it may result from inflammation affecting the body's joints. In this case, joint stiffness is treated, as this problem requires a solution because natural joint stiffness does not impede movement. What is the treatment for joint stiffness? It is working to reduce the severity of symptoms, reduce the period during which the joints remain stiff...
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All about the diagnosis and treatment of rheumatoid arthritis
Treatment of rheumatoid arthritis is mainly based on reducing inflammation and improving symptoms because it is a chronic disease that cannot be completely cured, especially if it is discovered in advanced stages. What is the treatment for rheumatoid arthritis? It is working to reach an early diagnosis, which allows the start of treatment protocols for rheumatoid arthritis, which will enable patients to have…
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Treating bone and joint pain with herbs | 12 best herbs
Treating bone and joint pain with herbs is still a matter of controversy in the medical community, despite the presence of a good number of studies that have proven its effectiveness in alleviating arthritis. What is the treatment of bone and joint pain with herbs? It is the use of herbs, their derivatives, and some other parts of the plant, such as the root, bark, and seeds, which have anti-inflammatory properties to relieve pain...
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Hip arthritis: its causes and methods of treatment
Inflammation of the hip joint causes damage to the joint structures and causes progressive pain that will prevent the patient from moving in the future. Dr. Çetin Işık will help you choose the best treatment at the lowest costs. Hip arthritis is divided into several types depending on the type of inflammation occurring. Rheumatoid arthritis (rheumatism) is the most dangerous type because of its effect on other organs of the body, such as the heart. Get to know...