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Chronic Low Back Pain

Posted by: manukalia on: July 25, 2008

Chronic Low Back Pain

Total knee replacement (TKR) surgery are usually performed after conservative treatment options have been exhausted for arthritis or joint degeneration following injury or wear and tear. Every year in the US alone, over 300,000 TKR are performed. According to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons this number is expected to increase by 525% by year 2030.

Some general guidelines to keep in mind following your surgery to facilitate your rehabilitation process.

Knee problems – general guidelines for faster recovery

Posted by: manukalia on: June 27, 2008

As a load bearing joints our knees take a lot of wear and tear throughout our lifetimes. Knee injuries are an all too common occurrence. Whether it is a sports related injury or general wear and tear secondary to obesity or one’s occupation – getting the problem addressed early and following some basic [...]