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Joint Preservation Surgery

Joint preservation techniques are used in patients with cartilage defects to preserve the joints and to restore the function.

Articular cartilage is the cartilage that covers the bony surface of joints. It has a smooth surface which allows the bones of the knee joint to slide over each other with very little friction. Articular cartilage is often damaged by injury or normal wear and tear.

Pediatric Sports Medicine

The number of children participating in sports activities has been increasing over the recent years resulting in a substantial rise in the incidences of sports injuries. Even though there are several benefits of active participation in sports, including building up of self-confidence, physical fitness, and learning to work in a team, there is also a risk of sports-related injuries.

Maximal running shoes may increase injury risk to some runners
Posted in: Articles | Posted on: 08 October, 2018
Lower leg pain and injuries have long been a problem for runners, but research at Oregon State University-Cascades has shown maximal running shoes may increase such risks for some runners.
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Doctors aren’t sure about Kristaps Porzingis’ height hesitation
Posted in: Articles | Posted on: 02 October, 2018
Two medical experts believe an extremely tall player such as Kristaps Porzingis could have a normal recovery and rehab while returning from an ACL tear — citing a lack of evidence to the contrary.
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I Went to a High-Tech Lab to Perfect My Golf Swing. Here's What I Learned.
Posted in: Articles | Posted on: 25 September, 2018
The perfect golf swing is one of the most elusive skills in sports, whether you're a beginner or a seasoned pro. Some golfers would do anything to hit the ball correctly, including shelling out $675 to cover their bodies in sensors and swing a golf club in a room full of high-tech video cameras.
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What is a Flexor Tendon Injury?
Posted in: Articles, Healthcare News | Posted on: 24 August, 2018
An injury to a flexor tendon is basically an injury to your muscle. The flexor muscles are the muscles that allow you to bend your fingers. These muscles are able to move your fingers through tendons, which are cord-like extensions that connect your muscle to your bone.
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Why Do I Have Uneven Shoulders?
Posted in: Articles, Healthcare News | Posted on: 24 August, 2018
Uneven shoulders occur when one shoulder is higher than the other. This can be a slight or significant difference and may be due to several causes. Luckily, there are steps you can take to bring your body back into balance and alignment.
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