Search for dissertations about: "shoulder replacement"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 6 swedish dissertations containing the words shoulder replacement.

2. 1. Effects and patients' experiences of interactive video-based physiotherapy at home after shoulder joint replacement

   Author : Lisbeth Eriksson; Eva Denison; Luleå tekniska universitet; []
   Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; Physiotherapy; Sjukgymnastik;

   Abstract : Physiotherapy is essential to optimize the results of shoulder joint replacement, but requires a close monitoring and co-operation between patient and physiotherapist. The development of telerehabilitation brings opportunities for distance-spanning and home-based physiotherapy interventions. READ MORE

4. 2. Proximal humeral fractures : outcome of treatment with shoulder arthroplasty

   Author : Yilmaz Demir; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
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   Abstract : Introduction: Proximal humerus fractures are a common injury, particularly in the elderly and especially in women. The preferred treatment approach is usually nonsurgical, with surgery reserved for cases that meet specific fracture patterns and patient-specific criteria. READ MORE

5. 3. Proximal humeral fractures : aspects of treatment with special reference to displaced fractures in the elderly

   Author : Karol Zyto; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
   Keywords : proximal humeralfractures; aged patients; Neer classification; Constant score; long-term follow up; hemiarthroplasty; prospective study; osteopenia; middle- age men.;

   Abstract : The purpose of this thesis was to study the clinical and functional outcome after various treatments of displaced fractures of the proximal humerus in an elderly patient group. Conservative treatment consisting of a short period of immobilisation and an early start of active exercises guided by physiotherapy has been compared with different surgical techniques. READ MORE

6. 4. Neutrophils in atherosclerosis

   Author : Pierre Rotzius; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
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   Abstract : Atherosclerosis is a complex inflammatory disease localized in medium-sized and large arteries and it is the most important contributor to cardiovascular disease. Complications of atherosclerosis such as myocardial infarction and stroke are leading causes of mortality in many countries. READ MORE

7. 5. Finger Joint Reconstruction with Rib Perichondrium

   Author : Daniel Muder; Torbjörn Vedung; Nils Hailer; Ola Nilsson; Simon Farnebo; Uppsala universitet; []
   Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; finger joint; reconstruction; cartilage; transplantation; osteoarthritis; Orthopaedics; Ortopedi;

   Abstract : Difficulties in repairing and reconstructing articular cartilage damaged by trauma or disease remain unsolved and are one of the major challenges confronting orthopedic and hand surgeons in their clinical work. Relevant research has not adequately described the long-term clinical results, nor has it made a direct comparison to implant surgery after finger joint reconstruction with rib perichondrium. READ MORE