Orthopaedics
Orthopaedics is a medical specialism that deals with the diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation and prevention of diseases, injuries and functional disorders of the musculoskeletal system. This includes bones, joints, muscles, tendons and ligaments. Orthopaedic surgeons treat a wide range of conditions, from acute injuries such as fractures and sprains to chronic conditions such as osteoarthritis and back pain. They use both surgical and non-surgical treatments to relieve pain, improve function and enhance their patients’ quality of life.
Collagen: Effects, intake and risks – what are the real benefits for the skin and joints?
Collagen is said to promote firm skin, healthy hair, strong nails and pain-free joints – at least according to the marketing claims of many collagen supplements. But what can this structural protein actually do, and what is just marketing?
Baker’s cyst – causes, symptoms, treatment
A Baker’s cyst is a bulge in the joint capsule of the knee joint that is filled with synovial fluid.