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Back pain is a widespread problem that affects many people over the course of their lives. Whether due to muscle tension, herniated discs or degenerative changes in the...

Poor posture, overloading and lack of exercise. All of this can strain the back and cause pain. With the right treatment, however, these can be kept in check.

The Rheumatology Clinic is pleased to announce that, following a successful audit by the Swiss Institute for Continuing Medical Education and Training (SIWF), it has be...

Osteoarthritis is a common joint disease that mainly affects older people. Whilst there is no specific 'osteoarthritis diet', a balanced diet can help to alleviate symp...

If joints suddenly become painful or swollen and movement is restricted, you should have yourself examined. With the right therapy, osteoarthritis or a rheumatic diseas...

We are very pleased about the SSIPM re-certification of our rheumatism/pain clinic. The Interventional Pain Therapy certificate is a specialised qualification for the t...

Overloading, poor posture and being overweight - all of these affect our joints over time.

A comprehensive pre-clinical consultation ensures quality - this principle also applies before an operation. The pre-operative nursing consultation at Bethesda Hospital...

Osteoarthritis affects many people, especially those of advanced age. Around 25% of people over the age of 65 suffer from symptoms caused by joint wear and tear. But wh...

Inpatient diagnostics and multimodal therapy is a key competence in our clinic. We interviewed head physician Prof Stephan Gadola about the innovative approach.

Arthrosis, arthritis and rheumatism: there are different types of joint pain that manifest themselves in different ways. But what are the differences? This issue of the...

Our skeleton loses strength with age. If bone density decreases excessively, this is known as osteoporosis. Statistically speaking, every second woman and every fifth m...

If a person loses their mobility, this can have fatal consequences. Therefore, pain in the legs that restricts walking and running should be taken seriously and investi...

Most people suffer from acute or chronic joint pain in the course of their lives. The causes can be very different. Basel Express talks to Prof. Dr Stephan Gadola, Head...

Anyone suffering from chronic pain has a difficult everyday life. At Bethesda Hospital, pain patients find a competent team that combats pain surgically, but just as of...