OP In the case of therapy-resistant complaints, a highly advanced hallux rigidus or a severely restricted gait pattern, a surgical procedure is recommended. There are different approaches that should be adapted to the patient. Cheilectomy is recommended for patients whose joint function is severely restricted by bony attachments (osteophytes). The osteophytes can be removed and … OP | Physiotherapy for hallux rigidus
Shoulder Arthrosis The wear and tear of the shoulder joint, i.e. shoulder arthrosis, is a process in which the bone is worn down more and more over the years. Mild forms of shoulder arthrosis can usually be treated conservatively. However, if the arthrosis is more advanced or associated with severe pain and restricted mobility, a … Shoulder Arthrosis | Shoulder prosthesis – physiotherapy aftercare
Physiotherapy plays a very central role in the follow-up treatment of a shoulder prosthesis. Those affected must relearn the movements with the shoulder and rebuild muscles. Depending on how long the movement restrictions existed before the operation, the more important is consistent training afterwards. After a shoulder prosthesis, physiotherapy can use various therapeutic approaches to … Shoulder prosthesis – physiotherapy aftercare
Physiotherapy/exercises The exercises performed in physiotherapy after a shoulder prosthesis include stretching, mobilization, strengthening and coordination exercises. More or less complex exercises are used depending on the progress of rehabilitation. Some examples are described below. 1.) Relaxation and mobilizationStand up straight and upright. The arms hang down loosely. Now slowly and in a controlled manner … Physiotherapy/exercises | Shoulder prosthesis – physiotherapy aftercare
Muscle building training Besides coordination training and posture training, muscle building is the most important goal of physiotherapy in the post-treatment of a shoulder TEP. If the operation has been preceded by shoulder arthrosis, the muscles surrounding the shoulder have usually deteriorated considerably during this phase. The pain and the resulting relieving posture as well … Muscle building training | Shoulder prosthesis – physiotherapy aftercare
Physical therapy In physical therapy following a shoulder TEP, the initial focus is on reducing swelling and pain. Depending on patient measurements, the shoulder can be cooled intermittently to reduce inflammation and overheating. At home, for example, quark compresses can also help to treat the swelling and inflammation. In a later healing phase, heat therapy … Physical therapy | Shoulder prosthesis – physiotherapy aftercare
OP/Duration There are various types of shoulder prosthesis that can be considered for surgery for a shoulder prosthesis. However, the procedure for the operation is similar for all of them. It takes about 1-2 hours and is performed under general or local anesthesia. To reach the site of the operation, the surgeon must pass through … OP/Duration | Shoulder prosthesis – physiotherapy aftercare
Joint diseases, especially degenerative changes (wear and tear diseases), represent the most common impairment of the musculoskeletal system in Germany. Almost every second person over the age of 45 is affected by joint pain. Medically, these diseases are summarized under the term arthropathy. What are joint diseases? Infographic of pain regions and affected joints in … Joint Diseases: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Joint pain, or arthralgia, is pain with different characteristics. Joint pain can occur with osteoarthritis, bruises, and dislocations, among other conditions. What is joint pain? Infographic of pain regions and affected joints in rheumatoid arthritis. Click image to enlarge. Joint pain is referred to in medical terminology as arthralgia. It can affect all joints of … Joint Pain: Causes, Treatment & Help
The scaphoid fracture of the hand is the most common fracture of the carpus. It is a fracture of the os scaphoideum of the carpal bones. The injury mechanism is the fall on the outstretched hand. In most cases the therapy can be performed conservatively. A rehabilitative physiotherapy supports the healing and restores the function … Physiotherapy for a scaphoid fracture of the hand
Healing time The healing time is individual depending on the patient. Radiographs are taken repeatedly during the healing process to assess the state of fracture healing. However, healing usually takes up to 3 months with conservative therapy. During this time, the hand should be completely immobilized, or, if the physician gives the okay, it should … Healing time | Physiotherapy for a scaphoid fracture of the hand
When does surgery have to be performed? An operation is necessary: In this case the fragments are properly assembled and fixed by certain materials. In most cases, the fixation material remains in the bone. If a conservative therapy results in incorrect healing or insufficient connection of the bone fragments (pseudarthrosis), surgery may still be necessary … When does surgery have to be performed? | Physiotherapy for a scaphoid fracture of the hand
