Currently, knee pain, hip osteoarthritis, and shoulder tendonopathies have become the main reasons patients seek care in adult traumatology. These ailments significantly impact the quality of life of those who suffer from them and result from various factors such as age, sedentariness, and overweight, as well as from old injuries that never fully healed, contributing to joint wear.
Dr. Joseba Gay-Pobes, an orthopedic surgeon at Quirónsalud Vitoria Hospital, emphasizes that he frequently sees patients reporting knee pain, hip osteoarthritis, and problems with shoulder tendons, often linked to repetitive movements. In response to this situation, the hospital has decided to strengthen its focus on adult orthopedics, prioritizing effective treatments and the functional recovery of those affected.
“The key to addressing these ailments lies in providing targeted solutions for osteoarthritis, the knee, and the shoulder, using minimally invasive procedures that aim to restore function and reduce pain,” says Dr. Gay-Pobes. The modernization of the department includes the implementation of advanced technology and the use of artificial intelligence, as well as advances in biological therapies and innovative physiotherapy techniques, which have increased the effectiveness of treatments. The hospital also benefits from the use of arthroscopic surgery and minimally invasive techniques that speed up recovery times.
The adopted approach is tiered and individualized, starting with patient education and therapeutic exercises, in addition to promoting healthy habits. In particular situations, injections are considered as an option before resorting to surgery, which is preferably performed minimally invasively. This approach, which includes rehabilitation protocols and follow-up, allows patients to return more quickly to their mobility and daily life.
via: MiMub in Spanish