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04/09/2025

Our featured Product of the Month is the Chrisofix® Universal resting orthosis for knee 🦿

This device is designed for stable support when a knee needs complete rest, after injury or surgery.

📐 We can set a precise healing angle and custom-mold the splint perfectly to the leg, thanks to its flexible aluminum core.

As swelling reduces, fine adjustments can be made without removing the orthosis.

29/08/2025

As summer comes to an end, so does our , leaving us with a final question:

Do you have to stop playing high-impact sports, like tennis, if you have arthritis? 🥎

The quick sprints and jumps in tennis are high-impact, but that doesn't mean you need to stop playing. In fact, research suggests the opposite may be true.

💡A 12-month Finnish study on 80 women with knee osteoarthritis found that progressively implemented high-impact exercise helped improve cartilage quality and bone integrity.

The goal isn't quitting your favorite sport and sitting on the couch, but playing smarter ⤵️

➖ Use resistance training to build the muscles around your joints (quads, glutes, hamstrings).
➖ Play on softer surfaces (clay or grass) to reduce impact.
➖ Play doubles to cover less ground and reduce overall joint strain.

📖 https://journals.lww.com/acsm-msse/fulltext/2015/09000/effects_of_exercise_on_patellar_cartilage_in_women.1.aspx
📷 Tennis clay courts in Szarvas, Hungary

$The Chrisofix® Rib Splint 🛟 Our Signature Emergency SolutionPainkillers for rib fractures don't always prevent pulmonary...$

20/08/2025

The Chrisofix® Rib Splint 🛟 Our Signature Emergency Solution

Painkillers for rib fractures don't always prevent pulmonary complications from shallow breathing 🌬️ The rib splint provides a solution by stabilizing the injury to reduce pain and improve breathing.

⚗️ A recent study from Trakya University confirmed its effectiveness, showing:

▪️Reduced pain: Patients using the splint had statistically lower pain scores.
▪️Fewer complications: A serious lung complication called atelectasis was significantly lower in the treated group.

📖 https://www.banglajol.info/index.php/BJMS/article/view/70689

15/08/2025

How to become an "office athlete"? with top-notch posture? 🤸

Sitting for 8+ hours a day can lead to Repetitive Strain Injuries (RSIs), even with the best equipment. The most well-known is carpal tunnel syndrome, resulting in repetitive typing. Neck, shoulder, and back pain are also common.

These issues often start small but can become serious if ignored. Protect yourself with these three moves:

💻 Adjust your setup: Position your monitor at eye level to keep your neck straight.

🪑 Support your posture: Ensure your chair and keyboard allow for a neutral, relaxed position.

🚶 MOVE: This is the most important! Take short, active breaks every hour to walk and stretch.

Image credit: Mart Production from Pexels

08/08/2025

💧 Thermal Waters & Arthritis

Balneotherapy uses the mineral content of water to treat chronic conditions like arthritis.

🔬 A Hungarian study found that knee osteoarthritis patients using Lake Hévíz thermal water had significant improvements in pain and function, with positive effects still present 15 weeks post-treatment (Kulisch et al., 2014).

Countries like Hungary, Germany, and Turkey are renowned for their thermal resources 📍 Budapest is a prime example - referred as the “Spa Capital of the World,” it sits on nearly 125 springs.

This shows that solutions for chronic joint pain can be found in nature.

📖 https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24594851/
📷 Pamukkale's thermal pools, Turkey (Roman Odintsov from Pexels)

01/08/2025

Did you know? ℹ️ Beyond our specialized upper and lower-limb orthoses, our portfolio includes essential tools for immediate care.

The Chrisofix® First Aid Wind-Up Splint provides temporary fixation for a wide range of injuries from the elbow to the ankle.

☑️ Hygienic & Reusable
Its polyethylene foil cover allows for easy washing and disinfection, making it suitable and cost-effective for multi-patient use.

☑️ Adaptable Application
Available in two lengths, this splint can accommodate nearly any extremity. It's designed to be secured with standard bandaging for effective stabilization.

☑️ Durable Core
A corrugated aluminum core provides reliable support while remaining lightweight and easy to store.

23/07/2025

This week's Summer Sports highlight is cycling, a perfect low-impact exercise for joint health 🚲

A randomized controlled trial found that for individuals with mild-to-moderate knee osteoarthritis, a 12-week group cycling program led to significant improvements, including:

🔹 Reduced pain and stiffness
🔹 Improved ability to walk with less discomfort
🔹 Easier time performing daily activities

If you're looking for a way to stay active this summer without stressing your knees, cycling might be the answer!

📖 https://www.jospt.org/doi/full/10.2519/jospt.2012.3813
📷 Pixabay from Pexels

16/07/2025

Summer 🔸️ Sports 🔸️ Series

Our continues with an all-time favorite: swimming! 🐬

The aim of this series is to highlight how staying active supports overall wellness - from preventing injuries to helping manage conditions like arthritis ☀️ And what better time to embrace an active lifestyle than summer?

🔹️ Swimming is a low-impact powerhouse, providing a full-body workout that's gentle on the joints, making it accessible and therapeutic for arthritis patient.

This view from Lupa Island over the Danube is a reminder that the perfect swim can happen anywhere 🌊 Whether you're in a local pool, a lake, the vast sea, or a river like this, swimming is the ultimate way to cool down, boost your mood, and feel alive 💙

09/07/2025

Did you know? ℹ️ Chrisofix orthoses come in a PREMIUM FORTE version too.

This upgraded version of our orthoses provides advanced stability with an extended aluminum strap 🦾, ensuring a POP-like stable circular fixation.

For specific medical indications, the PREMIUM FORTE PLUS version offers an external stiffener bar for additional support.

02/07/2025

Product of the Month 🔎 Chrisofix® MP Joint Orthosis

This orthosis is designed to immobilize only the MP joints of fingers II–IV, giving you the support you need while still allowing your wrist and other fingers to move freely 🖐 It is ideal for strains, inflammation, degenerative conditions, and post-surgical care.

➡️ Plus, this orthosis is ready-to-use and easy to shape by hand for a quick, comfortable fit.

Discover this product by visiting this link 🔗 https://chrisofix.com/project/mp-joint-orthosis/

25/06/2025

AI in Healthcare: A Double-Edged Sword? 🤖 🏥

The evolving role of Artificial Intelligence in healthcare presents incredible opportunities. From accurate diagnostics, precision surgery, to personalized rehab, it promises more effective, tailored care.

💬 However, a critical question arises: could AI inadvertently widen existing health disparities? As highlighted by a Harvard Medical School article, "AI Implications for Health Equity: Shaping the Future of Health Care Quality and Safety," a major concern is that not all hospitals, especially rural facilities, can afford and implement these advanced technologies.

This raises a crucial discussion: How can we harness the power of AI in healthcare while ensuring equitable access for everyone? ⚖️

Read more here ➡️ https://postgraduateeducation.hms.harvard.edu/trends-medicine/ai-implications-health-equity-shaping-future-health-care-quality-safety

Picture: Markus Spiske x Oles kanebckuu / Pexels

18/06/2025

Happy International Yoga Day this Saturday, June 21st 🧘‍♀️ Did you know yoga can bring major benefits to individuals with arthritis❓️

🧫 A study from the Johns Hopkins Arthritis Center found that regular yoga practice is safe for people with rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis, leading to important physical and mental health improvements (Moonaz et al., 2015).

For those with arthritis, staying active is crucial - pain can lead to inactivity, creating a cycle of greater pain and disability ❤️‍🩹 But yoga helps break this cycle. Its deep breathing techniques reduce stress, which often makes arthritis worse.

📑 The evidence is clear: when combined with good medical care, yoga provides significant additional physical and psychological benefits for arthritis patients.

Access the study via this link: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25834206/
Picture: The Lazy Artist Gallery / Pexels

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