“Became more and more painful “Cologne musician Zerlett at specialist doctor – ex-FC keeper was also there

EXPRESS online, 2024-12-11

Dr. Markus Klingenberg

The Cologne musician Helmut Zerlett underwent treatment for osteoarthritis in Bonn.

The Cologne composer Helmut Zerlett became famous as the band leader in the “Harald Schmidt Show”. Now he has had to undergo treatment in a specialist clinic in Bonn

The 67-year-old musician and passionate piano player suffers from the widespread disease osteoarthritis. His fingers, of all things, are affected.

Cologne musician Helmut Zerlett suffers from osteoarthritis

He has now undergone special treatment at the Beta Clinic in Bonn. “I have hereditary osteoarthritis in both hands. Because it became more and more painful over the years, I looked for a cure,” he toldBild.

Zerlett’s own blood plasma was injected into his fingers for the new therapy method. The well-known physician Dr. Markus Klingenberg carried out the stem cell treatment. Former FC goalkeeper Toni Schumacher has also undergone treatment there.

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Klingenberg’s motto for osteoarthritis: preserve joints instead of replacing them. This new method, among others, should make this possible.

It has obviously already helped Zerlett. “The treatment has resulted in the osteoarthritis stagnating and I no longer feel any pain or restricted movement,” says the musician happily. He adds: “Before, the osteoarthritis was present every day, but now I’ve almost forgotten about it.”

Osteoarthritis is the most widespread joint disease in the world. Sufferers feel pain, especially in the morning and during exertion. Sometimes the joints even make themselves felt at night.

Osteoarthritis: Obesity is one of the most common triggers

“Osteoarthritis is one of the most common age-related diseases, especially in the over 65 age group,” explains Dr. Wolfgang Feil, osteoarthritis expert and Spiegel bestselling author.

Obesity is one of the most common triggers, especially for knee osteoarthritis. The joint disease is also caused by excessive or one-sided strain on the joints or inflammation. Genetic factors also influence the risk of developing osteoarthritis. (mt)

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