What are orthopaedic insoles? Orthopaedic insoles are an aid for the treatment of various orthopaedic complaints such as foot problems, back or knee pain. They are individually made to measure for the patient and can be placed inconspicuously in normal everyday shoes. The materials used to make insoles vary depending on the treatment objective and … Orthopedic Insoles: When are they necessary?
How do sensorimotor foot orthoses work? The special feature of soft sensorimotor insoles are pressure pads – elastic chambers, also known as pads. They are embedded in the sole and permanently stimulate the sensory cells (receptors) that are responsible for the body’s own depth perception. The brain uses the stimuli transmitted by these sensory cells … Sensomotoric Insoles: When are they necessary?
Tonsillectomy: Description The term tonsillectomy describes the surgical removal of the tonsils. Colloquially, one often speaks of a tonsil operation (short: tonsil surgery). This operation is mainly performed in case of repeated tonsillitis. Since children most often suffer from tonsillitis, they are the main target group for tonsil surgery. Adults also have their tonsils removed … Tonsillectomy (Tonsil Surgery): When is it Necessary?
What is a cervical collar? The cervical collar is a medical orthosis and is also known as a cervical support or cervical collar. It consists of a dimensionally stable, washable foam material that can be stabilized by a plastic core. Depending on the reason for use (indication), the plastic of which the cervical collar is … Neck Brace: When is it necessary?
What is positron emission tomography? Positron emission tomography is a so-called imaging examination from nuclear medicine. It can be used to visualize metabolic processes in various regions of the body. This is done using radioactive markers that are administered to the patient, for example via an injection. When do you perform positron emission tomography? Lung … Positron Emission Tomography (PET): When is it necessary?
