Lower limb orthopedics: Restoration of movement and efficiency
Lower limb orthopedics is a field of medicine dealing with diagnosis, treatment and prevention of bone diseases and injuries, ponds, muscles and tendons of the lower extremities. Covers a wide range of diseases, From gentle to serious, who can significantly affect the quality of life of the patient.
The most common diseases treated by the lower limb orthopedics:
- Injuries: fractures, twist, breaks of ligaments and tendons, dislocations of the joints
- Degenerative diseases: arthritis, osteoarthritis, hip and ankle
- Inflammation: arthritis, tendonitis
- Congenital disadvantages: hip dysplasia, Flat-Walgus foot, Load valgus
- Osteoporotic fractures: in the elderly
- Hemangiomas and bone tumors
Treatment methods used in the orthopedics of the lower limb:
- Conservative treatment: physiotherapy, painkillers, anti -inflammatory drugs, orthoses
- Surgical treatments: arthroscopy, Hip or knee endoprotezoplasty, fracture osteosynthesis, Reconstruction of ligaments and tendons
- Rehabilitation: Restoration, mobility and function of the lower limb after injury or surgery
Lower limb orthopedics is an extremely important field of medicine, which helps patients regain efficiency and improve the quality of life. Modern diagnostic and therapeutic methods allow effective treatment of diseases and injuries of the lower extremities, restoring patients' joy of movement.
Remember, that this article is only informative. Will not replace medical consultation. In case of any pain or problems with the lower limbs, You should always consult an orthopedist.