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Knee Replacement Surgery – What You Need to Know

~ Patient Best Practices Feature Article ~

Finding the right doctor is the first issue when you are considering or have decided to have knee replacement surgery. In earlier Newsletters we have discussed how to find the best doctor and the questions to ask your doctor about surgery. You can read these columns in our Patient2Patient Newsletter archives – From our Home Page, www.Patient2Patient.net, click on “E-Mail Newsletters" and browse our archive.

In a nutshell - you want to find a surgeon who specializes in knee replacement surgery, rather than a surgeon who does many kinds of joint operations. And when choosing a surgeon, skill is more important than personality.

Continue reading Comments (0) 02.16.2007

Osteoporosis Risks & Facts

Osteoporosis is a bone weakening condition that affects both men and women. It is often called the “silent disease” because bone loss occurs without symptoms and is usually not diagnosed until bones become so weak that a sudden strain, bump or fall causes a hip fracture or vertebrae to collapse. Many factors contribute to the development of osteoporosis, some are those that you can change and others you cannot.

Continue reading Comments (0) 01.02.2007

Fibromyalgia

In addition to medications, most patients will need to use other treatment methods as well, such as physical therapy, occupational therapy, relaxation/biofeedback techniques, therapeutic massage, or a gentle exercise program.

One of the best things you can do if you have fibromyalgia is to exercise. However the exercise program must be custom tailored to your needs for the greatest benefits to you. An exercise program that involves a blend of stretching, conditioning and resistance exercise both with and without weight is the most effective blend.

Continue reading Comments (0) 12.22.2006

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