Achondroplasia : Treatments
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There is no specific treatment for achondroplasia. Related abnormalities, including spinal stenosis and spinal cord compression, should be treated when they cause problems.
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No treatment will reverse the defect present in achondroplasia. Treatment of achondroplasia primarily addresses some of the complications of the disorder, including problems due to nerve compression, hydrocephalus, bowed legs, and abnormal curves...
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The hip joint is one of the body’s largest weight-bearing joints. A healthy hip joint allows you to walk, squat, and turn without pain. But when a hip joint is damaged, it is likely to hurt when you move.
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Treating health and dental problems now may improve healing after a joint replacement. If you’re a smoker, do your best to stop or cut down.
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You may be nervous about getting a new hip. But the better prepared you are before surgery, the easier your recovery program is likely to be.
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A total hip replacement is major surgery, so don’t be surprised if it takes a few months before you feel really good.
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By having a total hip replacement, you’re taking the first step to getting back to an active lifestyle.
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