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Chondromalacia Exercises to Relieve Knee Pain
Chondromalacia patella, often called runner's knee, happens when cartilage under the kneecap deteriorates.1 Exercises that strengthen leg muscles and improve flexibility can help relieve the pain associated with this condition.
Source: Verywell health
Supported training improves injury prevention, new study shows
Serious knee injuries, including anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) ruptures in women's and girls' football, can be reduced through using injury prevention training, according to a new study by La Trobe University researchers.
Source: Medical Xpress
Platelet-Rich Plasma in the Treatment of Knee Osteoarthritis: A Bibliometric Analysis of Global Research Trends
Knee osteoarthritis (OA) represents a major cause of pain and disability among older adults. Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) has emerged as a promising biologic therapy aimed at modulating inflammation and promoting cartilage repair. As the clinical use of PRP has expanded, a rapidly growing body of literature has developed examining its efficacy and mechanisms of action in knee OA. Bibliometric analysis provides a useful method to evaluate research productivity, collaborative networks, and emerging trends within a scientific field.
Source: Orthopedic Reviews
Comparison of 20-year results of total hip arthroplasty using first-generation annealed highly cross-linked polyethylene and zirconia heads in patients aged <= 50 and > 50 years
Zirconia-on-annealed HXLPE THA showed excellent 20-year wear resistance and survivorship, with comparable outcomes between <= 50 and > 50 groups.
Source: Springer Nature
Alternatives to Hip Replacement
Severe hip arthritis can cause pain and difficulty walking. Many people who have these debilitating symptoms because of hip arthritis will elect to undergo total hip replacement surgery. However, total hip replacement is not without its own risks and concerns, and therefore many people wonder if there are alternatives to hip replacement.
Source: Verywell health
