NOTE: Article originally published on July 21, 2021. Updated September 14, 2023. In our day-to-day lives, and although we often forget about them, our feet are extremely important. They support the weight of our body, enable our mobility and balance, and are crucial in allowing us...
Summer brings with it the promise of sunny days, moments at the beach, swims in the pool, and the opportunity to fully enjoy all outdoor activities. However, accidents sometimes happen. For those in the process of recovering from injuries, summer can be a period of...
Although we often don't give them the attention they deserve, the feet are one of the most important parts of our body, responsible for bearing our weight and providing us with mobility and balance. Because they are fundamental, our feet require care that can easily...
Being bedridden can be a challenge for many elderly individuals. The loss of mobility and autonomy, as well as dependence on caregivers for daily activities, can cause significant impacts on their quality of life and emotional well-being. Indeed, taking care of bedridden elderly individuals is...
Pediatric Orthopedics: Issues, Treatments, and Prevention. Childhood is a critical phase for the growth and development of children. As such, it is a period where significant changes occur in their musculoskeletal systems, which develop and adapt to the challenges of daily life. Therefore, young children are more...
Using the bathroom on time can be a real challenge for people with reduced mobility or urinary incontinence. Fortunately, there is equipment that can make all the difference in these moments: portable urinals. In addition to being really beneficial in these situations, they can also...
Watch the launching video of the Vale Tudo program on SIC Pay attention to one of the scenarios and identify the products that Loja Ortopédica ® commercializes! Loja Ortopédica ® - We know and have what you need! ...
One misstep is enough to lead to an ankle sprain - one of the most common musculoskeletal injuries. This injury, which occurs regardless of age or physical activity, happens when one or more ligaments in the ankle are stretched or torn, causing pain, swelling, and...
Most people with diabetes suffer from diabetic neuropathy and peripheral vascular disease. Neuropathy causes the loss of feeling in the legs and feet by damaging the nerves. Poorly functioning nerves lead to reduced sensitivity to temperature and pain, and this ignorance can lead to serious...
What is, for many, the happiest day of the year is coming up! Christmas is truly one of the most beautiful times of the year, where love, mutual aid, and happiness are the watchwords. At Loja Ortopédica, we know that the best gifts are the ones...
