Knee joint

Best methods of knee collateral ligament treatment

Best methods of knee collateral ligament treatment

The treatment of the knee collateral ligament is often done conservatively (non-surgically), which is the mainstay of treatment, but in some cases surgical treatment may be required. The treatment of the knee collateral ligament varies according to the degree of injury. The medial collateral ligament injury is classified into 3 degrees, depending on the injury. The medial collateral ligament of the knee is the most commonly injured ligament,…

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Learn about the kneecap stabilisation surgery

The process of fixing the knee cap represents the final treatment for patients with recurrent knee cap dislocation. The process greatly reduces the chances of a recurrence of dislocation. It is especially indicated for young people and athletes. Like any surgery, it is very important for the patient to collect as much information as possible regarding the surgical procedure to be taken, and to discuss its risks with the doctor or surgeon in charge. We will include in …

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Knee tendonitis - ways to treat it at home

Knee tendinitis - ways to treat it at home

Knee tendinitis is one of the most common joint diseases, and the patellar tendon that connects the kneecap and tibia is the most common affected tendon. The treatment of knee tendinitis depends on the severity of the injury. Knee tendinitis often occurs in athletes due to excessive use of the knee joint and repeated pressure on it, which causes pain in the knee area, and this pain increases …

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The best types of artificial joints for the knee and hip

The best types of artificial joints for the knee and hip

The types of artificial joints vary depending on the materials the joint is made of, the replaced parts, and the stability and movement of the joint, which provides a good range of motion for the patient to practice his daily activities. Choosing one type of artificial joint depends on the severity of the joint damage, the patient’s age, and his general condition. Get to know with us the best types of industrial joints. An overview of the types of artificial joints The types of artificial knee joints differ...

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Kneecap dislocation; Comprehensive reference

Kneecap dislocation is the separation of the kneecap from its place, which is relatively common in athletes after they have been subjected to strong trauma. As for non-traumatic causes, they are uncommon. In this article, we talk about how the knee cap slips, and the reasons leading to it, in addition to the different types of that, and the extent of the danger of dislocating the knee cap to the injured person, and how to restore it.

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An image showing the process of injecting plasma into the knee, where thin needles are used to target the damaged area of the cartilage by injecting platelet-rich plasma into it.

Knee plasma injection

Knee plasma injection is an appropriate treatment for knee roughness. It is a safe and simple procedure that depends on extracting platelet-rich blood plasma and then injecting it into the joint cavity to relieve symptoms. A glimpse of platelet rich plasma prp consists of two main components: platelets also have the ability to coagulate blood and contain growth factors that stimulate cell proliferation and also …

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kneecap fracture; From diagnosis to treatment

kneecap fracture; From diagnosis to treatment

Fracture of the knee cap is an injury to the patella bone in front of the knee joint, and it is one of the fractures that must be dealt with quickly and carefully because of its effects on the human lifestyle. The knee joint is one of the largest joints in the body, connecting the two bones: the femur from the top with the leg consisting of the tibia and fibula from the bottom, and the femur…

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Knee arthritis and the most prominent methods of treatment

Knee arthritis, the most prominent methods of treatment

Knee arthritis is inflammation and deterioration of the joint cartilage. Pain, swelling, and stiffness are the main symptoms, but there are many treatment options available to relieve these symptoms. Knee arthritis is a painful disease that worsens over time and negatively affects the quality of life of patients, as it causes roughness of the joint surface, which leads to direct friction between the bones. Follow us …

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Patellofemoral pain syndrome or runner's knee article

Patellofemoral pain syndrome/runner's knee

Patellofemoral pain syndrome is one of the most common causes of knee pain and it is important to start early treatment before the pain worsens over time and affects the quality of life. Patellofemoral pain syndrome relates to the way the knee moves and in particular the patella on the groove of the thigh bone. This painful condition is common among athletes who participate in activities that require…

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Knee cartilage resection to treat meniscus tears

Meniscus resection is a quick and safe procedure that partially repairs a meniscus tear and provides the knee with a better range of motion with less pain. What is the process of cutting the knee cartilage? It is the common surgical procedure in which the torn meniscus, which is one of the most important cartilages within the knee joint, is removed or repaired.

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