Gaucher Disease, a rare genetic disorder, affects individuals worldwide, impacting their quality of life and overall health. This disorder stems from a deficiency in an enzyme crucial for breaking down certain fats, leading to their accumulation in various organs and tissues. In this blog, we delve into the intricacies of Gaucher Disease, exploring its symptoms, […]
Osteomalacia, often referred to as “soft bones,” is a metabolic bone disorder characterised by a deficiency in vitamin D, calcium, or phosphate, leading to weakened and softened bones. This condition primarily affects adults and can result in bone pain, fractures, and muscle weakness. Understanding its causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options is crucial for effectively […]
Your knee is the largest joint in your body and it joins your leg with the thigh. Each knee has 2 joints, one between the femur and patella (patellofemoral joint) and one between the femur and tibia (tibiofemoral joint). The joint condition which occurs when your bone separates from cartilage and starts to die is […]
MBBS, MS (Orthopaedics), FJR Navigation & Robotics (Germany), FJRS Computer Navigation (Mumbai) Dr. Debashish Chanda is an accomplished orthopedic surgeon. He has performed more than 10000 joint replacements and 2000+ computer navigation-assisted replacement surgeries/ Robotic assisted surgeries. Focus areas and procedures His focus areas include joint preservation, joint replacement (knee, hip, shoulder, elbow, wrist), revision/complex […]
Arthritis is a chronic condition that causes inflammation of the joints. However, this one symptom is used to describe more than 100 different types of arthritis. One of the more common types is osteoarthritis. According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), nearly 9% of men and 18% of women suffer from osteoarthritis across the globe. […]
