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Carpal tunnel syndrome: when surgery makes senseComplaints & diseases

Carpal tunnel syndrome: when surgery makes sense

Carpal tunnel syndrome causes pain and tingling when the median nerve gets squeezed. Learn when conservative treatments like splints and cortisone injections work—and when surgery becomes necessary.

by Sabrina·
Recognizing and treating bursitisComplaints & diseases

Recognizing and treating bursitis

Bursitis causes pain, swelling and redness in joints. Learn how doctors diagnose this inflammation through palpation and ultrasound, and discover effective treatment options from rest to medication.

by Sabrina·
Snap finger untreated: Consequences, causes and therapyComplaints & diseases

Snap finger untreated: Consequences, causes and therapy

Snap finger causes pain and tendon damage if left untreated. Learn about the causes, from physiotherapy to surgery, and when intervention becomes necessary.

by Sabrina·
Expert series part 3: Office exercises for healthy jointsJoints

Expert series part 3: Office exercises for healthy joints

Discover two simple office chair exercises designed to strengthen your joints and improve mobility at your desk. Keep your body moving throughout the workday with these effective movements.

by Ines·
Expert series part 2: Simple expert tips for joint problemsJoints

Expert series part 2: Simple expert tips for joint problems

Learn from Prof. Klaus Baum how targeted exercise, proper nutrition, and an active lifestyle can reduce joint pain and improve mobility with osteoarthritis.

by Sabrina·
Expert series part 1: Your joint program for more movementJoints

Expert series part 1: Your joint program for more movement

Discover how to support your joints effectively through exercise, nutrition, and targeted supplementation. Dr. Frank Weinert reveals the three pillars of successful osteoarthritis management.

by Anna-Lisa·
One adjustment, please: What chiropractors can doComplaints & diseases

One adjustment, please: What chiropractors can do

Chiropractors use gentle mobilization or quick manipulation to realign joints. While often effective for spine and knee issues, cervical adjustments require specialist expertise.

by Anna-Lisa·
Protection for the joints: when the body is over-acidifiedHealthy living

Protection for the joints: when the body is over-acidified

Discover how body over-acidification affects your joints and connective tissue, and learn practical ways to restore balance through diet and alkaline supplements.

by Sabrina·
Preventing osteoarthritis: how to keep joints flexible into old ageHealthy living

Preventing osteoarthritis: how to keep joints flexible into old age

Regular exercise and weight management are key to preventing osteoarthritis and keeping joints healthy. Collagen peptides may also help cartilage regenerate and reduce symptoms.

by Anna-Lisa·
Healthy joints 40+: How to stay flexible!Healthy living

Healthy joints 40+: How to stay flexible!

Discover how to keep your joints healthy and flexible after 40. Learn which sports protect your joints, why technique matters for runners, and how to prevent osteoarthritis.

by Sabrina·
Painful and unsightly: what is hallux valgus?Complaints & diseases

Painful and unsightly: what is hallux valgus?

Hallux valgus causes the big toe to protrude permanently, often leading to pain and inflammation. Learn about this common condition affecting millions and when surgery becomes necessary.

by Sabrina·
Artificial joints: don't make the decision too quicklyComplaints & diseases

Artificial joints: don't make the decision too quickly

Explore non-surgical options like physiotherapy and collagen peptides to slow cartilage degradation before considering artificial joints. Prosthetics typically last 15+ years.

by Anna-Lisa·