National Orthopaedic Hospital Dala Kano

12/07/2022

From all of us at NOHD kano to you and yours TAQABALLAH WAMINAH WAMIN K*M!!!

19/06/2022

What are the symptoms of monkeypox?

Presenting symptoms typically include fever, chills, new swelling of lymph nodes, and a distinctive rash that often starts on the face and spreads to other parts of the body; however, onset of rash lesions elsewhere in the absence of other symptoms has been reported.

What is monkeypox and how do you get it?

Monkeypox is a zoonotic virus, which means it spreads from animals to humans. In addition to monkeys, it's been found in other primates and certain rodents in Africa. But people can transmit it to each other, too. The first known human infection was in 1970 in the Democratic Republic of Congo...follow us as we xray the disease that's currently threatening mankind

19/05/2022

To an Icon @91.....

02/05/2022

From all of us at the national Orthopaedic Hospital Dala-Kano wishes you a very happy Eid celebration

17/04/2022

Happy Easter celebration from all of us at National Orthopaedic Hospital Dala Kano

15/04/2022

It's a time to get on the mat and do some simple to reduce that back pain...

11/04/2022

How familiar are you with these sights?! Stay glued as we will be telling you all you need to know about the condition and the treatments options available....

09/04/2022

Ramadan Mubaraq!!!

04/04/2022

THE MENACE OF TRADITIONAL BONE SETTERS IN OUR SOCIETY.

Traditional bone setters popularly known as TBS are individuals who are recognised by their communities as competent enough to provide treatment for Musculoskeletal injuries ranging from minor to major fractures by the use of herbs,animals and some other substance.
They are mostly not educated or barely educated,they rely solely on inherited knowledge and personal intuition to carry out their activities. Without the use any radiograph,they make use of bamboo sticks,canes,palm leaves,cotton, thread or rags to splint dislocations or fractures.
Irrespective of people's exposure and education,a very large number of the population still patronise the services of this TBS. The activities of these people have led to various degrees of limb loss upon presentation to an orthodox health facilities. Limb losses has profound economic,social and psychological effect as it's associated with disability.

01/04/2022

In our bid to bring succour to the people

28/03/2022

Few simple steps and food to prevent or slow bone loss. For example:

Include plenty of calcium in your diet. For adults ages 19 to 50 and men ages 51 to 70, the Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) is 1,000 milligrams (mg) of calcium a day. The recommendation increases to 1,200 mg a day for women age 51 and older and for men age 71 and older.
Good sources of calcium include dairy products, almonds, broccoli, kale, canned salmon with bones, sardines and soy products, such as tofu. If you find it difficult to get enough calcium from your diet,Pay attention to vitamin D. Your body needs vitamin D to absorb calcium. For adults ages 19 to 70, the RDA of vitamin D is 600 international units (IUs) a day. The recommendation increases to 800 IUs a day for adults age 71 and older.
Good sources of vitamin D include oily fish, such as salmon, trout, whitefish and tuna. Additionally, mushrooms, eggs and fortified foods, such as milk and cereals, are good sources of vitamin D. Sunlight also contributes to the body's production of vitamin D.Include physical activity in your daily routine. Weight-bearing exercises, such as walking, jogging, and climbing stairs, can help you build strong bones and slow bone loss.Avoid substance abuse.

20/03/2022

20/03/2022

Ever taught of food not to feed your ARTHRITIS?!here are some of the foods not eat...

17/03/2022

Join the discussion,what are the myths you've heard about fractures

12/03/2022

It's the weekend a little light exercise to loosen those knots and relieve the arthritic pain Federal Ministry of Health Nigeria ,

10/03/2022

FOOD FOR THE MUSCULOSKELETAL SYSTEM
PART 3
OSTEOARTHRITIS
Ostoearthritis is characterised by a progressive painful erotion of articular (joint) cartilage. It is also known as degenerative joint disease. Overloading the joints with excess weight or labor is one of the primary casual factors in this disease. It particularly affect the hip and knee.
The primary objective in dietetic treatment of osteoarthritis is weight loss. Consuming appropriate amounts of bone building mineral and suffur, which is necessary in maintaining cartilage, also contributes to the prevention or halt the development of osteoarthritis.

04/03/2022

Have you ever patronise a traditional bone setters?!

02/03/2022

FOODS FOR THE MUSCULOSKELETAL SYSTEM PART 2
OSTEOPOROSIS

This is the reduction of bone mass and density to the point that it can result in bone deformation or fracture. In reality loss of bone mass is a natural process beginning around the age of 40 or 50. However, it is only referred to as osteoporosis when it reaches a pathological level.

Children and adolescents whose calcium intake is insufficient risk suffering osteoporosis as adult. Adults as well, must take in a certain amount of calcium since bone is being formed and destroyed continually during the entire life.
Reduction in the elimination of calcium: excess proteins and salt, as well as caffeine, increase urinary calcium loss. Fruits and vegetables are alkalizers, and although they contain little calcium, they halt the urinary loss of this mineral from the bones.
The reduction in hormones production that accompanies menopause also encourages calcium loss. This is more pronounced in some women than in others.

PREVENTION
It is essential to remember that in the prevention of osteoporosis it is as important to consume enough calcium, as it is to prevent it's loss through the urine. Excess proteins and salt as well as coffee consumption, promote calcium loss through the urine, resulting in osteoporosis.
Consequently, avoiding excess meat, fish, cheese, and other high-protein foods, as well as reducing consumption of salt and coffee is just as effective in osteoporosis prevention as consuming quantities of calcium in milk or pharmaceutical supplements
Sufficient sun exposure is necessary for vitamin D synthesis in the skin. This vitamin is essential in transferring calcium from the intestine to the bloodstream.
Sufficient physical exercise halts the loss of bone mass and helps prevent osteoporosis
An adequate diet is the most influential factor in osteoporosis prevention, but not only during adulthood, but also in infancy and childhood.