Return to active life with Total Ankle Replacement

    Total Ankle Replacement also known as Total Ankle Arthroscopy is a orthopedic surgical procedure used to treat ankle disorders. The main goal of this procedure is to reduce the pain during the activity and improve the ankle motion of the patient.

Ideal Candidates for Total Ankle Replacement

    Total Ankle Replacement may be considered for patients with the following conditions:

• Ankle arthritis that occurs in ankle such as Osteoarthritis and Rheumatoid Arthritis
• Wear and tear of the ankle due to aging
• Broken ankle
• Dislocation of the ankle
• Repeated injury of ankle
• Infection or septic arthritis

The Procedure

    Total ankle replacement is performed under general anesthesia, the ankle will be approached from front or back depending up on the type of implant. Then the bone will be cut and replaced with metal and plastic components that recreates the ankle joint. In patients with tight calf muscle or tight Achilles tendon,  it will be addressed with a lengthening procedure to improve the range of motion of the ankle. Finally the incision will be closed with stitches or staples and a splint will be applied on it.

Advantages of total ankle replacement, includes:

• Safely relieves pain
• The device helps maintaining the mobility of the ankle
• Reducing stress on adjacent joints
• Helps in better co ordination of the foot and leg
• Improvement in the appearance of a deformed joint

After the surgery

    Total ankle replacement requires a recovery period of non-weight bearing and immobilization.  After the procedure the patient need to spend several nights in the hospital and need a strict elevation is needed to control swelling and improve wound healing. Once the surgical wounds are healed the surgeon will allow the patient to do some non-weight bearing, gentle range of motion activities and weight bearing is only allowed a few after the surgery and only if the X rays shows good healing.
    Dr V Santpure is one of the best orthopedic surgeon in India who has  a wide range of experience in performing all types of orthopedic surgeries. His Santpure Foundation, provides quality treatment for orthopedic disorders, treatment for joint and also provides the best Total Ankle Replacement in Maharashtra at cost-effective rates.
     
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Knee Replacement – Ensuring Successful Relief for Knee Disorders

A condition where you are unable to move according to your heart’s will can be quite terrifying. Knee disorders could do that to you. Characterised by severe pain and strained mobility, they interfere with our daily activities making normal things such as climbing stairs and going for a walk a distant reality.
Knee replacement surgeries are effective treatment techniques, which helps in restoring mobility while relieving the pain. They have gained a lot of popularity what with its high rate of success achieved over the few years since its introduction.

Knee replacement procedures helps in curing knee irregularities by replacing the damaged portion with an artificial replacement. The replacement prosthesis is made out of high quality plastic, polymer or inert metal. The durability of the material used makes it a permanent or long lasting solution.
The procedure of knee replacement, also known as knee arthroplasty is helpful in treatment of a number of knee disorders caused due to conditions like arthritis, severe pain in knees due to wear or tear of knee cartilage, swelling or inflammation in knees and knee deformities.
Knee replacement procedure
The procedure of knee replacement is planned on the basis of the age of the patient, severity of the condition and the cause and extent of the disorder. The different types of knee replacement techniques are as follows: -

• Partial knee replacement – partial knee replacement includes implanting an artificial prosthesis after removing the damaged part of the knee joint. This involves a simple surgical procedure which has a faster recovery rate.
• Total knee replacement – total knee replacement involves the replacement of the whole knee joint with an artificial implant. They are usually performed in patients with conditions such as osteoporosis. The procedure can be completed within a duration of 1 to 2 hours and has a success rate of more than 90%.
• Revision surgery – it is done to correct any inadequacy that has cropped up after a prior orthopaedic surgery.

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Effective Treatment for Osteoporosis

Osteoporosis is a bone condition in which bones break down sooner in comparison to their regrowth. Bones are the living tissues that regularly break down and replace broken bones with new growing products. In osteoporosis, these bones are become weaken and can cause more breaks and fractures as disease makes them more porous, less dense, and more brittle. No proper cure is available for osteoporosis. Generally treatment includes a mixture of lifestyle changes and medications to reduce the rate of bone re absorption.

Causes of osteoporosis

• Old age weaken bones and lowers mass and density
• Thinner bones as women has
• Low level of estrogen
• Smoking
• Malnutrition
• Certain drugs such as proton pump inhibitors, and steroids
• Certain diseases, such as multiple myeloma, rheumatoid arthritis

Treatment for osteoporosis

• Medication such as Biphosphonates, antibodies, denosumab
• Hormonal therapy such as Selective estrogen receptor modulators (SERMs) such as Raloxifene, Thyrocalcitonin, and Parathyroid hormone
• Increase the use of calcium and vitamin D rich food such as dairy products, dark green vegetables, enriched grains and breads and soy products
• Use of cereals and orange juice
• Increase physical activities such as exercise, strength training, walking or jogging

Benefits of treatment

• Provides strength to bones
• Increase bone mass and density
• Reduce the possibility of diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis, multiple myeloma
• Increase the level of estrogen
• Makes a healthy and fit body
• Improves social life

Many people in the world are affected by Osteoporosis and taking treatments such as medications, hormonal therapy, and exercise to lower the bone loss and to increase bone strength.

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Treatment for Knee Arthritis

Knee arthritis is a condition caused due to the inflammation of knee joints. Though arthritis can affect different joints in the body, knee arthritis is the most generic form of arthritis found today. It is characterised by pain, stiffness and swelling which interferes with daily life activities like walking, stair climbing and so on.

Symptoms of knee arthritis
The symptoms of arthritis usually start slow and gradually develops over time, though sudden onset of the symptoms have also been reported. The major symptoms of knee arthritis are: -

• Stiffness and swelling which makes bending the knee difficult.
• Worsened pain and swelling condition after sitting or resting.
• Clicking and creaking noises in knee during movement.
• Weakness in knee
• Increased discomfort during cold or rainy weather.

Types of Knee arthritis
The arthritis affecting the knee are of several types as described below: -
Osteoarthritis – the most commonly found knee arthritis, it is a degenerative condition that occurs due to gradual wear and tear of the knee cartilage. Although they are mostly found in people above 50 years, some in the younger generations are also known to be suffering from it nowadays.
Rheumatoid arthritis – caused due to the swelling of synovial membrane, rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disorder which affects multiple joints in the body.
Post traumatic arthritis – this type of arthritis develops due to trauma, caused by an accident or injury to the knee.
Treatment for knee arthritis
Knee arthritis can be detected with the help of a physical examination, X-ray, MRI or CT scans. The treatment is decided based on the extent of the disease, age and overall health condition of the patient.
The treatment methodology for knee arthritis includes medications, life style modifications, physiotherapy and surgical treatments like arthroscopy, arthroplasty and so on. Knee replacement surgeries are now popular and involves replacing a portion of the affected joint or the whole part with a prosthesis. Knee replacement surgery helps in restoring mobility and quality of life to a great extent.
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Arthritis Treatment in India

Arthritis is a condition of inflammation of the joints. It can either affect one joint or multiple joints. There are more than hundred different types of arthritis, with each one of then having different causes and treatment methods. Two of the most common types of arthritis are osteoarthritis (OA) and rheumatoid arthritis (RA).

Arthritis is most commonly seen in adults above the age of 65. Arthritis is more common in women than men and in those who are overweight.

What causes arthritis?

• Cartilage is a firm but flexible connective tissue in the joints. It protects the joints by absorbing the pressure and shock created due to continuous movement. A reduction in the adequate amounts of this cartilage tissue cause some forms of arthritis.
• Normal wear and tear causes OA, which is one of the most common forms of arthritis. The risk of developing OA may be higher due to the family history of the disease.
• RA is an autoimmune disorder. It occurs when the body’s immune system attacks the tissues of the body. These attacks affect the soft tissues in the joints which produces a fluid that nourishes the cartilage and lubricates the joints.

Symptoms of arthritis:

Joint pain, stiffness and swelling are the most common symptoms of arthritis. The normal range of motion may also decrease, and there may be redness of the skin around the joint. In the case of RA there is an experience of fatigue and loss of appetite due to the inflammation caused by the immune system activity. Severe RA can cause joint deformity if left untreated.

How is arthritis diagnosed?

Diagnosis of arthritis will start with the doctor performing a physical exam. During this, the doctor will check for fluid around the joints, warm or red joints and limited range of motion in the joints. Doctors commonly use imaging scans such as X-ray, MRI, and CT scans to produce an image of your bones and cartilage.

Treatment for arthritis:

• Medication- Different types of medications are used to treat arthritis. They include:

1. Analgesics or acetaminophen are used as it is effective for pain management, but don’t help decrease inflammation.
2. Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs which help control pain and inflammation.
3. Menthol or capsaicin creams which help block the transmission of pain signals from the joints.

• Surgery- It is done to replace the joint with an artificial one. This form of surgery is most commonly performed to replace hips and knees.
• Physical Therapy- It involves exercises which help strengthen the muscles around the affected joint is a core component of arthritis treatment.

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