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The knee joint is characterized by a complex and finely tuned interaction between ligaments, muscles/tendons, menisci and joint surfaces. Due to the upright gait, the knee joint is exposed to enormous stress every day - whether at work, during sports or in everyday life. The diseases and injuries that can affect the knee are correspondingly diverse. In our practice we see the whole range: sports injuries (ligament ruptures, meniscus tears or cartilage damage) as well as overstrain or arthrosis-related complaints. The various problems that can occur in the knee joint require specific treatment. In order to meet this demand, we focused on knee surgery many years ago. This enables us to offer you the appropriate and individual treatment for your knee complaints.
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01.04.2020
Plica Mediopatelaris
A painful plica mediopatellaris or synovial fold next to the knee cap is noticeable when there is pain in the front inner side next to the kneecap, blockages, or a feeling of swelling in the knee joint.
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01.04.2020
Knee Replacement
For some time now you have felt that something is wrong with your knee, be it after an earlier injury, because of osteoarthritis for unknown reasons, or because of a rheumatic disease.
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01.04.2020
Leg Alignment Surgery
You have felt discomfort in your knee joint after weight-bearing exertion for some time.
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01.04.2020
Orthobiological Possibilities
If the meniscus and cartilage are injured, they can be reconstructed! Innovative methods exist by which it is possible to repair missing cartilage structures (meniscus, articular cartilage) with complex replacement materials.
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01.04.2020
Patellar Dislocation
You have an unstable kneecap. You have fully dislocated it at least once. It is especially painful when freshly injured. Over time, especially if this happens several times, there is a very uncomfortable feeling of insecurity in the entire knee.
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01.04.2020
Meniscus Injuries
Meniscus damage is noticeable when there is pain, blockages, or swelling of the knee joint.
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01.04.2020
PCL Rupture
You have injured your knee, the posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) has been torn. You like to be active in sports, possibly in knee weight-bearing sports such as soccer, handball, or skiing, or you practice a physically demanding job.
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01.04.2020
Total Knee Replacement
For some time now you have felt that something is wrong with your knee. Be it after an earlier injury, because of osteoarthritis for unknown reasons, or because of a rheumatic disease.
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01.04.2020
ACL Rupture
You have torn your anterior cruciate ligament (ACL). Patients experience the lack of the ACL in very different ways. Not all patients are restricted by this and need stabilizing surgery.
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01.04.2020
Revision of Knee Replacement
You have had a partial or total knee replacement. Contrary to expectations, after several months, you are still not pain free. Your knee is stiff, unstable and/or painful.
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18.04.2020
Partial Arthroplasty for Osteoarthritis of the Knee Joint
You've known for some time that there was something wrong with your knee. Whether it is after a previous injury or osteoarthritis, for unknown reasons, pain occurs.
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18.04.2020
Advanced Osteoarthritis in the Knee Joint – Partial or Total Knee Arthroplasty?
Very often only one compartment in the knee joint is affected by osteoarthritis. In those instances, it may be possible to replace only this partial joint and to preserve the rest of the knee joint.
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06.01.2021
Questionnaire
We ask almost all of our patients scheduled for an operation to fill out a questionnaire before and after the operation.
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01.02.2022
Quick Action in case of Sports Injuries
Dr. med. Thomas Rychen engagiert sich für die Gesundheit der Sportlerinnen und Sportler der Region Basel.
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11.05.2023
Scientific Research
How are our Patients after a Knee Replacement?
Since 2016 the knee team of the LEONARDO practice has been conducting a survey at several stages with all patients who have received a knee joint prosthesis.
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