Causes – Archives

• Ceramic Artificial Hips – The Sturdy Choice
  Conventional hip replacement surgeries are done using “metal on polyethylene” as well as “metal on metal” implants. As an improvement on these hip implants, the technilogically advanced ceramic artificial hips have become the preferred artificial hip implants in several orthopedic centers across the world.
  Author: Dr. Bharat Sharma - Date: 28/04/2005



• Safe Hip Replacements – Be Informed, Be Safe!
  Several hundred thousands in the USA go under the knife for hip replacements every year. Research into the material used in implants and the techniques used in surgery have greatly revolutionized hip replacement surgery. With choices available in the type of implant and the replacement technique employed, the surgeon plays an important role in educating about safety and helping the patient make informed choices for safe hip replacements.
  Author: Dr. Bharat Sharma - Date: 30/04/2005



• Hip Replacement Options – Towards Tougher Artificial Joints
  Hip replacement surgery involves removing the diseased or injured hip joint and replacing it with an artificial implant. The hip implant consists of a shell and a ball that fits into the shell. A variety of hip replacement options are available by way of choices in the material used in the artificial hip implants and replacements.
  Author: Dr. Bharat Sharma - Date: 08/05/2005



• Hip Replacement Designs – For Painless, Smooth Hip Movement
  Hip replacement designs for artificial implants are based on two factors; the nature of the material used in the designs of the implant and the physical structural design. Durability of the implant design the age and the level of activity of the patient influence the hip replacement design of the artificial implant.
  Author: Dr. Bharat Sharma - Date: 11/05/2005



• Hip Pain Diagnosis - Know What Your Body Is Trying To Tell You
  Pains in the hips are a common problem in the life of older people. Generally, most tend to ignore it, and seniors neglect it as one of the manifestations of growing age. Hip problems are not acknowledged until they are severe enough to disrupt daily activities. In extreme cases, there may be pain even when walking. The cause of these excruciating hip pains may be difficult to diagnose in some cases. Hip pain diagnosis usually require expert attention and ultramodern equipment.
  Author: Dr. Bharat Sharma - Date: 08/01/2006