If you’ve been advised you need hip surgery it’s quite understandable to be worried about the procedure and have concerns regarding the surgeon who will carry out your operation. Hip replacement surgery is a major operation, so finding the best surgeon and preparing yourself for your surgery are paramount. Finding the best hip surgeon for […]

Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome results from pain around the kneecap or the fore-side of the knee. It can also be called runner’s knee or jumper’s knee, signalling the fact that it is a common ailment among people who participate in sports. But are athletes the only individuals at risk of getting Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome? Risk factors […]

It used to be the case that ACL reconstruction surgery would destroy an athlete’s career. Thankfully medical technology has moved on and players can now perform at the same level they did before the injury. Here, we look at a few instances where a player came back stronger than ever. Tom Brady The star quarterback […]

Most people tend to live with physical injuries over long periods, with the hope that they will heal naturally. Sadly, this is not always the case, and most injuries worsen. Knee injuries and problems are common nowadays, making it essential to pay attention to even the slightest or recurring knee pain. In rather severe cases […]

The human body is an incredibly intricate system of bones, joints and cartilage that are all required to work in harmony, so the body can perform to its full potential. Unfortunately, particularly as we age, human joints become susceptible to injury, arthritis and wear and tear. The hip joint is the largest ball and socket […]

A painful hip can affect the quality of your life in numerous ways, including restricting your movement and preventing you from doing daily activities. Hip replacement surgery concerns the removal and supplanting of the hip system (the socket and femur head) because of disruption arising from the worn out system. The procedure enriches the quality […]

What disorders affect the patellofemoral joint? The patellofemoral joint is at the front end of the knee, at the intersection of your femur (thigh bone) and your patella (knee cap). Smooth articular cartilage covers the areas that are in contact with each other such as the base of the kneecap, the femoral groove and the […]

The anterior cruciate ligament, also known as the ACL, is situated in the front of the knee and enables the knee to move back and forth, in conjunction with the posterior cruciate ligament. When injured, the patient’s knee may become unstable and, in serious cases, the tibia bone may be able to slip out of […]

If you have to undergo hip replacement surgery, you’ll probably want to know exactly what this operation involves. Our brief guidelines below provide the essential information you need about forthcoming surgery. What’s involved in a hip replacement operation? Firstly, before your operation you could be asked which type of anaesthetic you prefer and will be […]

What are the benefits of undergoing hip replacement surgery? There are plenty of blogs and articles out there offering advice about recovering from hip replacement surgery and the impact it may have on a person’s life. This makes sense as having a hip replaced is a big decision and it is imperative that patients think […]