Psychology in orthopedics, or preparing for the unknown - press review
While waiting for treatment, both children and adults experience many emotions. Prominent among them is the fear of the unknown, which is the treatment itself, but also the new reality that life without the disease will be. Anna Wegrzyn, founder of the Center for Life Change, which cooperates with the Paley European Institute, talks about the importance of psychological support to survive this difficult process and to be able to fully enjoy recovery.
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April 20, 2026
Strength That Doesn't Require Perfection: Asia's Story and a Discussion on Empathy in Medicine
Let’s imagine a child who, from a very young age, learns to navigate a world that isn’t always adapted to their abilities. A child who sees challenges instead of limitations, and curiosity instead of fear. This is the story of Asia—the protagonist of the Medical Talks podcast episode “Conversations from the Heart.” It is a story about a child’s strength, the role of family, and the importance of […]
April 20, 2026
Osseointegration: A New Quality of Life After Amputation
What is this article about? In this article, we discuss an interview with Jacek Tadrzak—a physical therapist at the Paley European Institute—on osseointegration, one of the most innovative treatment methods for amputees. The article explains what this procedure entails, who it is intended for, what the rehabilitation process looks like, and what challenges patients face when they decide to […]
April 20, 2026
MPD and hip prevention in children
What is this article about? In this article, we discuss the key points raised in a conversation with Olga Pietryca—a physical therapist who works with children with cerebral palsy (CP). The text focuses primarily on hip problems in children with CP, the importance of early diagnosis, the role of physical therapy, and the collaboration between the entire therapeutic team and the family in the treatment process. Cerebral palsy […]