The goal of MA-TKA is to restore the normal mechanical axis. In contrast to kinematic axis alignment, which attempts to recreate native knee joint line (3° tibial varus and 3° femoral valgus), in MA-TKA, the distal femur and the tibia are cut to be perpendicular (0°) to the mechanical axis….
Approach to Neuromuscular Hip Dysplasia in Children with Cerebral Palsy : Principles of management and Long-term Radiographic Outcome
Dr. Sulabh Kumar Shrestha1, Dr. Rajendra Aryal2, Dr. Nitesh Raj Pandey2, Dr. Bibek Banskota21AKBEF Fellow, 2Unit-1 (Hip, Pelvi-acetabulum & Arthroplasty), B&B HospitalPoster presentation at Orthocon 2026 Introduction Progressive hip subluxation is a common orthopedic problem in children with cerebral palsy (CP), with strong correlation to Gross Motor Function Classification System…
How Visiting an ENT Doctor Early Can Prevent Bigger Problems
Gentle throat pain, minor earaches, or nasal congestion are among the symptoms that many individuals ignore. These are common symptoms that very often seem harmless initially. But if symptoms persist and you still ignore them, they may escalate into bigger problems. An ENT specialist can prevent a small issue from…
Clinical Research in Practice: How Operational Expertise Shapes Trial Outcomes
Clinical research is the foundation of evidence-based medicine. Every approved drug, vaccine, or medical device must pass through a rigorous process of clinical investigation designed to evaluate safety, efficacy, and long-term impact. As medical science advances and therapies become more targeted, the structure and execution of clinical trials are becoming…
How Life Care Planners Assess Long-Term Injury Needs
Los Angeles, California, is a city built on motion, from crowded freeways to fast-paced workplaces and active neighborhoods. When a serious accident interrupts that rhythm, the impact often reaches far beyond the initial injury. Many people in Los Angeles face long recoveries that change how they move through daily life,…
Understanding Overtime Violations and Legal Recovery Options
Los Angeles, California, is a city driven by long hours, demanding schedules, and a workforce that keeps its industries moving day and night. From entertainment and hospitality to healthcare, logistics, and tech, many workers here routinely put in time beyond the standard workweek. Ambition and dedication fuel careers across the…
Understanding Goiter: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options
When Maria noticed her necklace felt tighter and colleagues asked if she’d gained weight, she didn’t think much of it. But within weeks, swallowing her morning coffee became uncomfortable, and her voice turned raspy. A visit to her doctor revealed goiter—an enlarged thyroid gland pressing against her windpipe and vocal…
Normal Hip Development
4-6 weeks of gestation: By 7 weeks of gestation: By 11 weeks of gestation: Late gestation: Postnatal: The acetabulum is deepened by the natural pressure from the developing femoral head on the acetabulum. Hips in newborns with developmental dysplasia are not just normal hips with capsular laxity; they are structurally…