Health Awareness
Bones and joints
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Bone and joint problems: the good news is set to get better
Medical treatment for bone and joint problems is transforming lives and is set to improve in future, says Mr Tim Wilton, President of the British Orthopaedic Association.
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What we can learn from dancers about bone and joint health
Dancers have to look after their bones and joints as part of their job. Greg Retter, clinical director at the Royal Ballet, explains what the rest of us can learn from dancers about bone and joint health.
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Preventing metabolic bone disease and related fractures
People can increase their chances of maintaining strong bones over their lifetime by exercising regularly and avoiding being underweight, smoking and excessive alcohol consumption.
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Why GPs are changing the way they care for MSK
A revolution in GP care will create an environment in which people with musculoskeletal problems can get the best treatment closer to home.
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Robotics: making knee surgery more accurate and cost effective
Robotic-assisted surgeries are to become commonplace. The technology maximises the accuracy for surgeons and knee replacements patients should see faster recovery times.
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It’s been a struggle to remain being ‘me’ – Miriam Margolyes
Miriam Margolyes has an attitude to life that many would envy. Making the most of the one life she has is made harder by arthritis, but she refuses to let it put out her fire.
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A less invasive patient experience
Navigation systems have been in use since 2005, but the new robotics element will mean greater accuracy, less invasive surgery and should lead to less hospital time for patients.
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Knee surgery patients can expect better outcomes
Pioneering surgical methods — plus technical breakthroughs and new mindset techniques — are changing the future of knee operations, says one of the UK's most senior knee specialists.
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It’s time to take UK’s musculoskeletal health seriously
A focus on both the mental and physical affects of living with a musculoskeletal condition is improving treatment, but improving access to relevant treatments should be the sector’s priority.
