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2 articles from the last 90 days matching "joint damage"

NewsRSS5 days ago

The lasting impact of pain in hemophilia care

People with hemophilia experience pain that lasts long after bleeding episodes are treated. Joint damage from repeated bleeds can cause ongoing discomfort that affects daily life and quality of life. A patient named Thomas Graham shares his experience with how this lingering pain impacts his ability to do everyday activities.

WHY IT MATTERSMany hemophilia patients focus on stopping acute bleeds but don't realize that chronic pain and joint damage from past bleeds can significantly limit their quality of life even when bleeding is controlled.
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ResearchRSSMay 12

Advanced joint disease alters how hemophilia patients walk: Study

A new study from Germany found that people with hemophilia who have advanced joint damage walk differently than others, mainly because their ankles don't move as well. To adapt to this limited ankle movement, their bodies develop new walking patterns that may use more energy and be less efficient. Understanding these changes could help doctors better support hemophilia patients in staying active.

WHY IT MATTERSIf you have hemophilia with joint damage, knowing that your altered walking pattern is a direct result of reduced ankle mobility could help you work with your doctor on targeted physical therapy or mobility interventions to improve efficiency and reduce fatigue.
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