Fiber Optic Technology and Surgery
As we discuss regularly on the Onto Orthopedics blog, technology is continuing to develop at an incredible rate. The benefits that this brings to patients are fantastic, far-reaching and not to be ignored!
Ultrasonography and Orthopedic Diagnosis
Ultrasonography is the practice of being able to visualise areas inside the body by using ultrasonic pulses. This is of course great for various medical purposes, such as those that fall into the category of orthopedics.
Tennis Elbow Diagnosis and Treatment
The medical term for tennis elbow is lateral epicondylitis. This is a condition that will initially present as pain in the lateral part of the elbow. This is usually characterised as a sharp pain and will impact the patients quality of life as it can affect even the simplest of tasks. Not only will the patient struggle with pain, but they can also experience a weakened grip which also makes simple tasks more difficult. Tennis elbow is a very common orthopedic problem that healthcare professionals will treat regularly.
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Should You Give Kale a Go?
By now you have more than likely heard the hype surrounding kale as an amazingly nutritious food. Many foodies and nutrition gurus have even gone as far as to label kale as a superfood!
Which Foods Work for Weight Loss?
Excess calories from food and drink can be one of the biggest obstacles in a weight loss mission. Some people assume that just because they are exercising regularly, that they can eat whatever they want and still reach their fitness goals. This is sadly not the case for the majority of people and a fairly strict diet will usually have to be adhered to if you have ambitious body aims. Losing weight has to be a combination of a healthy diet and frequent physical activity. One without the other will be a slow and often unsuccessful process.
Healing a Broken Ankle
If you have ever been unfortunate enough to break your ankle then you will know that orthopedic doctors also refer to this injury as an ankle fracture. Either one or more of the bones in the ankle joint will be broken, and the amount of broken bones will determine how difficult it is to resume normal tasks.
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Yoga and Stress
If you have been following our blog for a while then you will know that we are enthusiastic about promoting yoga as a great way to protect the body and relax the mind. If you are stressed out mentally then this stress can soon manifest as physical problems in your body. Regular yoga practice has been shown to relieve stress and promote a sense of calm. Not only can it help with stress but it also works to lower blood pressure, alleviate pain and can also boost feelings of happiness as it helps to combat depression and anxiety.
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