If severe arthritis or an injury has significantly impacted your knee, even simple tasks like walking or climbing stairs can become challenging. You might also experience discomfort while sitting or lying down. When conventional approaches such as medications and walking aid no longer provide relief, it may be prudent to contemplate total knee replacement surgery. …
August 2023
Robotic vs. Traditional Knee Replacement: Unveiling the Advantages and Differences
Knee replacement is a common but life-changing procedure that alleviates pain and restores mobility in individuals suffering from severe knee damage due to knee injury, arthritis, or other conditions. The procedure has witnessed remarkable advancements over the years. Among these advancements, robotic knee replacement surgery has gained significant attention. Robotic knee replacement surgery uses computer-assisted …
Spotting the Signs: Understanding Malaria Symptoms and Complications
“In the WHO South-East Asia Region, three countries accounted for 98% of the total reported cases in the region, the main contributor being India (58%), followed by Indonesia (30%) and Myanmar (10%). According to the WMR 2019, India represents 3% of the global malaria burden.” (Source: WHO) “In 2022 in India, there were over 45 …
5 Reasons You May Need an Angioplasty
Cardiovascular diseases remain one of the leading causes of mortality worldwide, accounting for millions of lives lost every year. Clinical manifestations of heart disease can severely impact a person’s quality of life. However, medical advancements have introduced numerous treatments to combat cardiovascular conditions. Among various treatment options, angioplasty is a medical procedure that has revolutionised …
Lifestyle Changes To Be Adopted After Angioplasty
Angioplasty is a medical procedure used to treat narrowed or blocked blood vessels, usually arteries that supply blood to the heart (coronary arteries). During the procedure, a small balloon-tipped catheter is inserted into the affected artery and inflated to widen the narrowed area, improving blood flow. Sometimes, a stent (a small mesh tube) is also …