Hip, femur & Tibia
You have had or are about to have a spinal fusion of your spinal cord (neck to lower back),and you are wondering whether movement is forbidden in the weeks following surgery? Are any movements banned for life? When should rehabilitation begin? I will rely on my knowledge as a diagnostic radiographer and research into scientific […]
Spinal fusion: what are permanent movement restrictions? Read More »
Acute great toe (Hallux) pain is a common complaint for many people. People wonder if it is normal to have pain on the big toe for a long time? This is the subject I see internet users search for information about different big toe pain. So, you are not alone!🤦 Here are some of the
8 common causes of big toe (Hallux) pain and treatment options? Read More »
Do you or an elderly person in your circle have a pelvic fracture? You likely have many questions about treatment, rehabilitation and recovery time after a fractured pelvis. As a diagnostic radiographer, I see so many fractured pelvis and for this reason I rely on my knowledge and scientific publications to try to answer your
Pelvic flow fractures Treatment, Rehabilitation and life expectancy. Read More »
If you have undergone surgery after a fracture of the upper or lower limb, you may be wondering when and why hardware(plates, screws and nails) is removed. And how does it go once it is done, walking pain and rehabilitation? I rely on my radiography knowledge to answer your questions and on medical scientific studies
Hardware or plate removal after surgery: why and Rehabilitation needed. Read More »
Have you been diagnosed with a bone tear which in medical terms is called a bone avulsion. or are you just wondering how long healing will take for you to get back to your normal activities. I rely on my radiography knowledge to answer your questions and on medical scientific studies on the subject matter.
Bone tear or a bone avulsion: what is it? A radiographer’s guide Read More »
Are you one of those who has been off your feet for several weeks because you had fractured your lower leg. And feeling lost with no confidence on how to start walking unaided again. What steps to take? For this article I rely: ⚫On the knowledge I gained as a diagnostic radiographer working with patients
Walking after 6 weeks or more of non-weight bearing: A guide to help you: Read More »
Have you recently experienced a tibial plafond fracture or are you someone who just wants to understand the rehabilitation and treatment of a broken ankle at this location. I am addressing the most frequently asked questions from online users about this kind of fracture, based on ⚫ My knowledge as a diagnostic radiographer ⚫My research
Life after tibial plafond /Pilon fracture: recovery time and diagnosis. Read More »
Have you just undergone knee arthroscopy surgery, and you have many questions about the recovery time. Or you are trying to understand what a knee arthroscopy is before you consider knee arthroscopy for osteoarthritis, meniscus issues or cartilage damage. In this article I answer the most common questions asked by internet users about knee arthroscopy.
What is the recovery time after an arthroscopy knee surgery? Read More »
Have you been diagnosed with a meniscal tear and are you wondering what kind of treatment options are out there and if walking might worsen the injury. What can you do to speed up the healing process and reduce the discomfort As a diagnostic radiographer, I will rely on medical studies to guide you. Happy
Walking with meniscus tear: Treatment and recovery tips. Read More »
Have you just had a torn ankle ligament? Are you wondering about the treatment and recovery timeline? In this article I will answer your frequently asked questions about ankle torn ligaments and treatment options. I will rely on my knowledge as a diagnostic radiographer and on medical scientific studies. Happy reading!😃 Any questions? remarks? Let’s
Ankle sprain or torn ligament: Treatment & Recovery Tips! Read More »
