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Every day, physical therapists help patients regain full fitness, and one of them is Mateusz Wicha, a specialist at the Paley European Institute. His work focuses on patients who have undergone hip replacement surgery—both adults and seniors—as well as younger patients with rare musculoskeletal disorders. His passion for physical therapy began when he observed his own rehabilitation [...]

In today's article, we present an interview with Dr. Karolina Siwicka, an orthopedic traumatologist at the Paley European Institute. Dr. Siwicka combines medical knowledge, experience gained on four continents, and a passion for limb reconstruction, helping patients both in Poland and abroad. In this article, you will learn: what musculoskeletal traumatology involves and how it differs […]

Many myths have arisen around the topic of adult growth. Exercise, dietary supplements, and "natural methods" promise additional centimeters, but from a medical point of view, they have no real effect on bone length. Once the growth period is over, the only permanent method of increasing height is surgery. In this article, based on a conversation with experts in the "Medical Talks" podcast [...]

Kyphosis is a disorder that can affect quality of life from an early age. It is characterized by excessive curvature of the spine in the sagittal plane, leading to serious postural problems that can interfere with daily functioning. This pathology, although often mistakenly considered to be solely an aesthetic problem, is in fact associated with a variety of health complications. Therefore, it is important to know: kyphosis – […]

Reconstructive surgery of the upper limbs is becoming an increasingly important area of medicine. In our article, we will discuss the process of polysynthesis and ulnarization, explaining the surgical techniques, benefits, and impact of the procedure on the patients' future lives. What will you read about? Hand surgery – preliminary information Hand surgery – surgical methods used Finger reconstruction after amputation What is polysynthesis? What is […]

Motherhood of a child with a disability is still often viewed through the prism of sacrifice and suffering. Mothers are expected to give up on themselves, show fatigue on their faces, and completely subordinate their lives to their child's illness. A smile, a well-groomed appearance, or a moment of rest are often perceived as a lack of commitment. In this episode of the "Medical Talks" podcast, the conversation focuses on breaking these patterns and reminding mothers that [...]