Menisci can be torn by acute trauma or by degenerative changes that occur over time. Types of meniscal injuries include:

DEGENERATIVE: these are usually caused by age or microtraumas that occur over the years. TRAUMATIC: these cause tears or ruptures after large sprains (circumferential tears and longitudinal and transverse tears).

The cruciate ligaments are strong bands of tissue that connect the thighbone to the shinbone and run down the middle of the joint, helping to stabilize the knee.

Most cruciate ligament injuries occur during sports and physical activities that put stress on the knee.

Risk factors: female sex, high-impact sports, poor fitness, improper or poorly maintained footwear or sports equipment, complications.

Osteoporosis is a chronic and progressive disease that deteriorates bone structure, increasing the risk of fractures and their complications. It is considered one of the main causes of prolonged hospitalization in women over 45 years of age. This campaign focuses on preventing, diagnosing and treating osteoporosis and metabolic bone diseases in a timely manner worldwide.

It is very important that osteoporosis prevention begins in childhood through a balanced diet rich in calcium, vitamin D, healthy lifestyle habits and continuous physical activity.

Rotator cuff disease can result from a major injury to the shoulder, or from progressive degeneration or wear and tear of the tendon tissue.

Repetitive overhead activity or heavy lifting over a long period of time can irritate or damage the tendon. Examples include painters, carpenters, and people who play baseball or tennis.

It is a cause of numbness in the hands caused by compression of the median nerve. Frequent in people with office activities (use of keyboards, mouse, cell phone, tablets) and who perform activities with repetitive movements of the hand and wrist. Frequent in diabetic patients and those with rheumatoid arthritis. It can occur after trauma or a fracture.

Its initial treatment is with analgesics, anti-inflammatories, neuromodulators and physical therapy as well as withdrawing the activity linked to the onset of symptoms.