Respiratory physician Lutz Beckert considers chronic obstructive pulmonary disease management, including the prevention of COPD, the importance of smoking cessation and pulmonary rehabilitation, and the lifesaving potential of addressing treatable traits. He also discusses the logic of inhaler therapy, moving from single therapy to dual and triple therapy when indicated, as well as other aspects of management
Groin pain in active people: Staged approach minimises diagnostic difficulties
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Groin pain in active people: Staged approach minimises diagnostic difficulties
Wednesday 3 March 2021, 12:10 AM

Severe Perthes disease – the femoral head shows typical features of advanced collapse
The hip and groin are susceptible to many problems; being aware of the pathologies that occur at different ages can be a real help, says sports physician Chris Milne
Key points, In children, GPs should be alert to septic arthritis and Perthes disease.
During adolescence and growth spurts, enthesopathies and femoral growth pl, Pract Green w Pale Yellow
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