Consultation of an orthopedist-traumatologist in Kyiv on Podol
A healthy person is an active, cheerful person who is unencumbered by stiffness and pain, who can move around easily and who can carry out physical and mental activities. One of the determining factors in a person’s health is the condition of their musculoskeletal system. Bones of the skeleton, joints, tendons, ligaments, muscles (musculoskeletal system) – this is the basis of the body, which gives support and possibility of free movement in space. If a person experiences pain in one area or another, then one of the functions fails: supporting, protective, motor or springing – has malfunctioned and this is a reason to consult an orthopedist-traumatologist.
At the PRIZMA Medical Center on Podol, the orthopedist-traumatologist deals with:
- diagnosis and treatment of injuries and their consequences
- diagnosis of diseases of the musculoskeletal system
- pathological processes (congenital or acquired) in the organs of the musculoskeletal system
- prevention of the consequences of trauma to bones, joints and ligaments.
When is it necessary to see an orthopedist-traumatologist?
- For trauma: fracture, injuries, sprain, dislocation, tear, burn, frostbite;
- For restoring motor function after injuries;
- In case of joint pain, its excessive mobility or limited mobility;
- In persistent pain in the back and limbs;
- Recurring pain in the neck and lower back;
- Swelling of the upper or lower limbs;
- Joint stiffness or crunching after waking up;
- Pain in the foot or heel;
- Calluses and corns;
- If your shoes slip in or out;
- Appearance of bone (bunion) on the big toe;
- When your spine is curved;
- Reduced height
There used to be a stereotype that back or knee pain appeared only with age and was a sign of old age. Today, people of all ages seek the advice of good orthopedic doctor. The consequence of pain, restrictions of movement and pathological changes is increasingly not age, but lifestyle, diet, body weight, vitamin and microelements deficiencies that lead to changes in the body.
What conditions are treated by an orthopedist-traumatologist?
A qualified orthopedist- traumatologist in Kyiv treats these conditions:
- Scoliosis
- Herniated discs
- Arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Dislocation
- Ankylosis
- Bursitis
- Myalgia
- Dystrophy
- Osteoarthritis
- Osteoporosis
- Gout
- Ligament sprain
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- Tendonitis
- Flat foot
- Heel spur
How a consultation with a traumatologist-orthopedist takes place
During the consultation, the doctor takes a medical history, conducts a visual examination to make a preliminary diagnosis and conducts additional examination if necessary. The doctor also uses palpation and testing to identify the possible causes of swelling, pain, deformities and other changes.
Shockwave therapy in the treatment of musculoskeletal disorders
Muscle tissue, spine, joint disorders are manifested by pain. Regardless of the localization of the pain (back, neck, lower back, foot, leg or arm), the PRIZMA Medical Center uses shockwave therapy (SWT) to treat it. SWT has proven to be effective in improving blood circulation in the affected area, activating the synthesis of cartilage and ligament fibers, destroying calcium deposits and reducing inflammation. This leads to patients noticing the effects of SWT:
- absence of pain syndrome;
- increased elasticity of ligaments;
- restoration of joint movement.
The treatment of the disease usually requires 3-6 sessions, each lasting 15-20 minutes (depending on the area of application). The first sessions can be painful (comparable to a massage session where the area with “salt deposits” is worked on), but with each session the pain becomes less and the healing process gets closer.
A qualified orthopedist- traumatologist in Kyiv can also carry out these types of treatment:
Kinesiotherapy (physical therapy). This is a treatment of movement. It is actively used for restoring motor functions after injuries, operations, back pain and joint pain. An effective and systematic exercise programme is devised, corresponding to the physiological limitations and adapted to the individual patient’s motor capabilities. With the help of exercises, the specialist treats the causes of the disease and relieves pain and restores the ability to move.
Mulligan Therapy. Manual therapy gives you the opportunity to correct musculoskeletal disorders and painlessly set the joints. The method is based on the principle of “supportive action” by the doctor.
Ergotherapy. This is a separate direction in rehabilitation and is not yet so popular in Ukraine, but it definitely has a future. It is a complex of exercises aimed at restoring motor functions, training fine motor skills and coordination. It is also a psychological aid, allowing a person to adapt to the usual conditions and cope as independently as possible in everyday situations. It is recommended for patients with disorders of the musculoskeletal system, after strokes and brain injuries.
Proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation. One of the kinesiotherapy techniques based on the sequential contraction and relaxation of muscles. The action of the therapy is aimed at restoring the transmission of movement information in the muscles and joints of the central nervous system. Through special movements the patient regains the body awareness and the ability to move returns to him again. The method is effective after strokes, heart attacks and congenital abnormalities of the musculoskeletal system.
The following methods of treatment can be classified as exclusive, as there is only one orthopedist-traumatologist Alexander Zubets, certified in Ukraine and he conducts appointments at the PRIZMA Medical Center.
Transverse and functional massage. Massage techniques that affect motor function. Improve the quality of movement and amplitude.
Maitland therapy. Manual therapy can help relieve pain, muscle stiffness, joint dislocations and muscle strains. It is based on smooth and rhythmic movements.
Mackenzie therapy. The method is based on identifying the relationship between pain epicenters and body positions (standing, sitting, while moving) by making certain movements. A programme of exercises is then developed to alleviate and reduce pain.
Kaltenborn therapy. With diagnosis, the orthopedist- traumatologist determines whether the pain is caused by a joint, a nerve, a muscle, or all tissues at once, and uses this as the basis for precise treatment.
SEAS – Scoliosis Therapy. Specially designed exercises to slow down the deformity of the spine.
How do you keep your musculoskeletal system healthy?
The human desire is to move easily and painlessly. No wonder that the phrase “Movement is life” can be heard quite often. To prevent the occurrence of pain and pathologies in the musculoskeletal system, the orthopedist recommends:
- a physically active lifestyle (there should be no overloading of the body and no lack of movement);
- a healthy diet and sufficient intake of vitamins and micronutrients;
- walks outdoors.
You can easily make an appointment with a good orthopedist-traumatologist of the highest category in Kyiv on our website or by phone: 044 425 03 13 +38 050 346 13 13 +38 067 411 13 13.
