by OrthoSurgeon Support | Aug 25, 2026 | General, Health, Orthopaedic surgeon
Peptides seem to be everywhere at the moment. Read more thoughts on The Hype Behind Peptides: Is There Any Truth Behind It? Scroll through social media and you may come across claims that peptide injections can speed up injury recovery, repair tendons, build muscle,...
by OrthoSurgeon Team | Mar 22, 2021 | Elbow & Wrist, Foot, General, Hip, Knee, Shoulder
Did you know that hip fractures, for example, are higher in milk consuming countries? That may come as a surprise given that dairy products are an excellent source of calcium. So how is it that Asians, with a lower calcium intake, are less prone to osteoporosis?...
by OrthoSurgeon Team | Mar 12, 2021 | Cape Town Orthopaedic Surgeon, Carpal Tunnel, General, Health, Orthopaedic health, Orthopaedic surgeon
Orthopaedic surgeons are known to perform multiple surgeries a day. Among 12 frequently performed procedures, arthroscopy of the knee has been reported to be one of the most common procedures. Spinal fusion or re-fusion has also been noted as a high demand surgery. We...
by OrthoSurgeon Team | Nov 27, 2020 | Elbow & Wrist, Foot, General, Hip, Knee, Shoulder
Orthopaedics originated with children. Early orthopedic medicine focused on treating children with spine, limb and other bone-related birth abnormalities. Today, orthopedic physicians continue to treat children along with treating patients of all ages with a...
by OrthoSurgeon Team | Oct 9, 2020 | General
Posture is the position in which someone holds their body when standing or sitting. Good posture helps us support our muscles, ligaments, and weight- related-activities. So what are the benefits of correct posture? “Helps us keep bones and joints in correct...
by OrthoSurgeon Team | Sep 7, 2020 | Elbow & Wrist, Foot, General, Hip, Knee, Shoulder
You should be doing stretching exercises 4 – 7 times a week. We often just focus on exercise and forget the stretching. Here are some of the benefits. Read...
