Bone and Joint Care

  A   hip replacement surgeon in Mumbai   recommends hip replacement surgery if other non-invasive treatments have failed to offer relief from joint pain. The surgery may sound daunting, especially for patients who are unfamiliar with hip surgeries.  Note that hip surgeries can be of different types.  Some can be extensive and may require a large incision and longer recovery, while other procedures, such as hip arthroplasty, involve a small incision and are comparatively simpler. In this post, we’ve discussed the different types of hip surgeries in detail. Here’s a look: Types of Hip Surgery 1)Total Hip Replacement Surgery  In people with osteoarthritis or severe joint damage, removing the entire hip joint may be the most suitable option. It’s also called total hip arthroplasty. It focuses on removing the ball-and-socket and replacing it with implants, which are made of a wide range of materials, but are mostly of ceramic, metal, and plastic.  They hel...

  A Knee X-ray is one reliable way to detect the underlying cause of swelling, pain, tenderness, and other joint issues. The report shows a clear picture of the bones and soft tissues. Based on the X-ray, a   knee specialist doctor in Mumbai   will either create a treatment plan or order further tests for a more accurate diagnosis.  The question is, how do they interpret whether the reports are normal or not? In this post, we’ll take a look at normal vs abnormal knee x-rays. What is a Normal Knee X-Ray? An X-ray is a painless imaging test that collects a detailed image of your knee joint, joint space, bone alignment, and injuries. It mainly targets the femur, tibia, fibula, and patella. A normal knee X-ray shows everything properly aligned and no signs of bone fracture, sprains, or other injuries. For a knee x-ray to be considered normal, it must meet these requirements: The bone ends must be smooth, with no signs of bone overgrowth, spikes, or injuries. There should...