LASportsAndSpine“Just as the cardiovascular system is not a kitchen sink, the musculoskeletal system is not an erector set. Cause and effect is frequently elusive.” “Consider the knee, that most bedeviling of joints. A procedure known as arthroscopic partial meniscectomy, or APM…a half-million procedures per year at a cost of around $4 billion…As people age, they … Read moreAn Epidemic of Unnecessary Treatment
“Spinal fusion is the riskiest type of surgery for back pain and the most expensive orthopaedic procedure performed” “Surgeons’ justification for using this surgery has expanded over time and it is now the most common surgery to treat everyday back pain that isn’t caused by a serious issue like a fracture or infection. This is … Read more3 orthopaedic surgeries that might be doing patients (and their pockets) more harm than good
Simple scientific advice for back pain that you can personalize. #Low_Back_Problems_and_Sciatica https://www.which.co.uk/reviews/mental-and-physical-health/article/how-to-treat-back-pain-agBwd4Q3ncDV How to treat back pain View original post on FB Posted to FB on 2022-03-07 19:23:44
Osteoarthritis will soon affect 1 out of 3 adults. Use of proven approaches like exercise is uncommon. 36% of joint replacements are unsuccessful https://oarsi.org/sites/default/files/docs/2022/oarsi_infographic_for_policymakers_2022_final.pdf #Healthy_Aging #The_Inactivity_Crisis #Diet_and_Inflammation View original post on FB Posted to FB on 2022-03-07 16:45:56
YOUTH INJURIES – OSGOOD SCHLATTERS 1/5 in adolescents experience Osgood schlatters. Therefore: ?Prepare for & recover from load ?Strengthen muscle groups around the knee required for jumping/sprinting #Knee View original post on FB Posted to FB on 2022-02-22 03:47:20
“The Covid-19 pandemic could make this situation even worse. One of the most common symptoms reported by people with “long Covid” is musculoskeletal pain, and those with existing musculoskeletal pain conditions seem to be at risk of experiencing stronger pain after a serious Covid infection. “To most people, pain is an unpleasant but short-lived sensation, … Read moreSufferers of chronic pain have long been told it’s all in their head. We now know that’s wrong
a free 6 month web-based exercise program for people with #knee #osteoarthritis! What a great contribution to our society. https://mykneeexercise.org.au/ Home View original post on FB Posted to FB on 2021-06-03 03:49:34
With Lebron James back from his ankle sprain injury this is a timely review. Controversies abound around – ice – early rehab – prevention #Foot_and_Ankle https://www.nwitimes.com/sports/professional/brace-yourself-for-these-practice-guidelines/article_efe60a0d-2618-5946-aaa3-5156a02741ed.html Brace yourself for these practice guidelines View original post on FB Posted to FB on 2021-05-02 14:57:28
“Key points for patient discussions include: explaining the limited ability of lumbar imaging to locate the source of pain; discussing potential harms of imaging; exploring misperceptions expressed by the patient; and asking the patient to discuss their concerns.” “for patients with non-specific low back pain (about 95% of presentations in primary care), imaging does not … Read moreToo much faith put in imaging for low back pain – Rheuma
Our modern lived environment encourages a pandemic of sedentarism. #Healthy_Aging #The_Inactivity_Crisis https://www.abc.net.au/radionational/programs/sporty/how-to-move-more/13324250 How to move more View original post on FB Posted to FB on 2021-05-01 20:27:51
