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Hip injuries (orthopaedics)
The hip joint forms the connection between the pelvis and upper leg and consists of the head of the femur and the hip socket (acetabulum). The hip is a ball and socket joint and allows the upper leg to move in all directions.
treatment
Shoulder prosthesis
When you have problems with your shoulder such as wear and tear, a fracture or an abnormality, it is sometimes necessary to remove the joint and replace it with a prosthesis.
treatment
Rehabilitation after shoulder replacement
Within Sint-Trudo Hospital, we have a multidisciplinary rehabilitation program for those who receive a new shoulder. Our main goal is a smooth return to the home environment so you can continue rehabilitation safely in your familiar surroundings.
condition
Disc degeneration
Disc degeneration is a normal age-related phenomenon. Aging causes a number of changes in the intervertebral disc in most people. The disc starts to dry out and flatten, and cracks may develop.
condition
Spinal stenosis
In spinal stenosis, there is a narrowing of the spinal canal. This narrowing (stenosis) puts pressure on the nerve(s) running through the spinal canal.
condition
Spondylolysis or spondylolisthesis
In spondylolysis, the vertebral arch becomes detached from the vertebral body. This can occur in the lower back due to intense practice of certain sports, but can also be discovered by chance. When the vertebra does not stay in place but shifts, we speak of spondylolisthesis.