Orthopaedics

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  Orthopaedics

  The SRX thermal back support belt: your everyday comfort ally

  Lower-back tension after sport, gardening or a day at the office? The SRX thermal back support belt provides an innovative answer thanks to its natural therapeutic warmth.

  Natural thermal technology

  Its unique SRX material generates gentle, continuous warmth that promotes muscle relaxation and improves your lumbar comfort. No wires, no batteries: the thermal effect is natural and constant all day long.

  Total freedom of movement

  With no rigid stays, it follows all your movements: Nordic walking, yoga, work or driving. The adjustable velcro system allows a personalised fit, while its slim profile stays discreet under clothing.

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  Orthopaedics

  How to get ready for skiing?

  Fatigue, diet, recklessness on the slopes, equipment: all points to watch so you can enjoy your holiday without risk.

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  Orthopaedics

  Alpine skiing: recommended preparation to prevent injuries

  Alpine skiing is a sport that demands specific, regular and effective physical preparation to limit the many risks of this sporting activity.

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  How to relieve the pain of patellar syndrome, and with what type of brace?

  With patellar syndrome (patellofemoral pain), muscle strengthening is essential so that the quadriceps can realign the kneecap and relieve the cartilage of the kneecap and the lateral condyle.

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  Jogging and running: bet on preparation for your prevention!

  Running causes muscle problems of varying degrees, from simple muscle contracture to muscle tears or tendinitis. Solutions such as calf sleeves, lumbar belts and other compression products can help the runner.

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  You run regularly: what should you do... and not do?

  Running is easy to train for, but requires a few rules of physical hygiene, diet and preparation. These rules go hand in hand with equipment suited to the sport, and to preventing the stresses that harm athletes.

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  What solutions help you get moving again after a skiing fall?

  Despite physical preparation, alpine skiing, snowboarding and cross-country skiing are risky sports. After falls or accidents, well-identified traumas and repeated stresses require suitable treatment, supported by orthopaedic braces or supports for an optimised return to movement.

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  What is rhizarthrosis, or osteoarthritis of the base of the thumb?

  Rhizarthrosis is damage to the base of the thumb after an injury or degenerative rheumatism, mostly affecting the dominant hand. Treatment is orthopaedic and consists of wearing an immobilising thumb brace.

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  Surfers' injuries and traumas

  The joints of the lower limbs — knees and ankles — take a battering from the surfer's repetitive movements, and the back is also under heavy strain. As a high-risk sport, surfing calls for strengthening exercises in preparation, and specific compression or orthopaedic products can support surfers in their practice.

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  Orthopaedics

  Ankle sprains: when is an ankle brace needed, and how do you choose it?

  An ankle sprain often results from a forced inversion movement; the result is a stretch or even a partial or complete tear of the outer ligaments.

  With swelling on the outer side — and in the event of a tear — the ankle needs support to allow healing; icing reduces inflammation, swelling and bruising.

  A stabilising ankle brace should be worn to support the joint.

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