by University of Sheffield An innovative online tool devised by researchers from the University of Sheffield will give patients unique personalized information about the risks and benefits of having a joint replacement for the first time. A total of over 220,000 hip and knee replacement procedures are performed in the UK each year. At the moment,...
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Scientists uncover why knee joint injury leads to osteoarthritis
Knee joint injuries are typically related to sports, such as football, rugby or ice hockey, but people often do not know that such injuries may lead to joint inflammation and post-traumatic osteoarthritis. In advanced post-traumatic osteoarthritis, joint cartilage breaks down completely, causing severe joint pain, lack of mobility and even social isolation. However, the mechanisms leading to osteoarthritis are not known. Currently, it is not possible...
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What causes knee buckling?
Knee buckling can be a sign of injury or damage to the knee. It can increase the risk of falling and can prolong recovery from knee problems. Knee buckling is relatively common among adults. In one study, 11.8 percent of adults aged 36–94 reported at least one episode of knee buckling in the past 3 months. It...
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Key stem cells for repairing knee joints identified
Key stem cells for repairing knee joints identified by Aberdeen scientists. Stem cells that seem key for maintaining and repairing the body’s knee joints have been identified by scientists. Researchers from the University of Aberdeen’s Centre for Arthritis and Musculoskeletal Health published the findings today (Tuesday May 16) in Nature Communications. Our joints are surrounded...