Multiple sclerosis (MS) affects millions of people around the globe. MS is believed to be an autoimmune disease in which the body’s own immune system attacks the myelin lining of the nerves. This damage interrupts signals between the brain, spinal cord, and the body’s muscles.
Thousands of Americans every year are faced with the prospect of knee replacement surgery. This surgery requires a surgeon to replace some or the entire knee with artificial components.
Ligaments in our body connect one bone to another, hold them in line and keep our joints intact. If these ligaments become damaged, pain and joint instability will occur depending upon the severity of the injury.
Every day aches and pains can be commonplace. Unfortunately, sometimes these minor pains can manifest themselves into arthritis. This inflammation of the joints can even become debilitating and cause deformity to sufferers. Arthritis is identified with joint pain and stiffness and can reduce quality-of-life for those afflicted.
