The simple answer to this is yes. If you have had knee replacement surgery, you may damage your new knee implant if you fall on it. This could be due to balance or other issues. As per a study conducted, patients are more prone to falls after knee replacement than healthy people. (Incidence and Risk … Read more
Knee replacement or knee arthroplasty surgery is one of the most commonly performed and the most successful orthopedic surgery in current times. It is estimated that by 2030, in the United States alone, there will be an increase of 673% in demand for total knee arthroplasties. In other words, there will be close to 3.48 … Read more
Knee replacement surgery is major surgery. It is essential to undergo complete and proper rehabilitation with focused physical therapy for a full recovery. Poor adherence to the recovery process can affect the success of the surgery overall. One of the most common questions that people ask after a knee replacement surgery is how soon can … Read more
After knee replacement surgery, you will have to be careful while sitting and getting up off the floor, especially during the first few weeks. You may have doubts about the movement of your new knee. Those who had difficulty squatting or bending knees before surgery may be anxious about the results after surgery. There may … Read more
There are many things we take for granted in life until they just aren’t there anymore. One of these things is when your partner is able-bodied and you can very easily plan endless adventures and travels together, without even thinking about accessibility. Have a partner who is paraplegic doesn’t mean you have to stay at … Read more
When it comes to sexuality with a couple, many people automatically jump the physical act of just having sex – but there’s so much more sexuality, for everyone, than just having sex. Talking about sexuality means more than just what goes on in a couple’s bedroom once the doors are closed. Sexuality is all about … Read more
Sometimes taking care of a loved one who is paralyzed can be both emotionally and physical demanding. Depending on your own physical abilities, meeting the demands of a loved who needs help lifting, turning on other side and even transferring from the bed to a wheelchair could leave you injured – even if you think … Read more
The short answer is Yes. The American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons states that kneeling after knee surgery is not harmful. It may, however, just feel uncomfortable. The newness of the knee joint, along with your hesitation, may not allow you to kneel comfortably. A study was conducted on the kneeling ability of patients after total … Read more
The article talks about things to consider while purchasing a magnifying glass for the elderly and enlists some options for the same. If you are in a hurry, the table below gives a quick snapshot or you can scroll down for detailed reviews. After around 45-50 years of age, most adults seem to notice a … Read more
There are numerous treatments available for the symptoms associated with fibromyalgia. Fibromyalgia is classified as a disorder of pain processing due to abnormalities in how pain signals are processed in the central nervous system. Patients suffering from fibromyalgia often complain of depression, insomnia, irritable bowel syndrome, painful and tender points, or “trigger points.†Tender points … Read more