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Meniscal Repair vs Meniscectomy in Different Patient Populations

by OrthoSurgeon Support | Feb 11, 2026 | knee injury, Meniscus Tear, Orthopaedic surgeon

A meniscus tear is one of the most common knee injuries seen across all age groups — from young athletes to active adults and older patients. When surgery is required, the decision typically lies between two procedures: Meniscal repair – stitching the torn meniscus...

ACL Tear – Determining When Surgery is Necessary: An Essential Guide

by OrthoSurgeon Support | Jan 24, 2024 | ACL Tear, knee injury, Knee Swelling, Orthopaedic surgeon

The Nature and Impact of ACL Tears What Happens in an ACL Tear? This injury involves the stretching or tearing of the ACL in the knee. It’s often the result of sudden stops, changes in direction, or direct impact to the knee. Symptoms and Diagnosis: Common...

Understanding Patellar Instability in Children: When Kids’ Kneecaps Go Rogue

by OrthoSurgeon Support | Sep 22, 2023 | Orthopaedic surgeon, Cape Town Orthopaedic Surgeon, Knee, knee injury, Patellar Instability in Children

Growing Pains in the Knees Knee troubles are not uncommon in children, particularly those engaged in active sports. One specific concern that warrants attention is known as “patellar instability.” The Intricacies of Patellar Instability Our knees are truly...

Understanding Knee Replacement Surgery

by OrthoSurgeon Support | Aug 28, 2023 | Orthopaedic surgeon, knee injury, knee replacement surgery

The knee is the largest joint in the body and having healthy knees is required to perform most everyday activities. If your knee is severely damaged by arthritis or injury, it may be hard for you to perform simple activities, such as walking or climbing stairs. You...

Knee Swelling in Adults: Causes and Diagnosis

by OrthoSurgeon Support | Jul 28, 2023 | Orthopaedic surgeon, Knee, knee braces, Knee Degeneration, knee injury, Knee Swelling, Osteoarthritis of the Knee

Knee swelling, characterised by fluid build-up in or around the knee joint, is a common issue that can be caused by various factors. While it can result from traumatic injuries, such as sports-related incidents, it can also be linked to health conditions like...

Should Athletes Really Use Knee Braces For Sport Injuries?

by OrthoSurgeon Support | May 2, 2023 | Orthopaedic surgeon, injury treatment, Knee, knee braces, knee injury, Sports Injury

  The use of knee braces in sports medicine is known to be a controversial topic amongst informed professionals. Knee braces are used for a wide variety of problems and conditions. But do knee braces actually help?   ​When browsing through a sporting goods...
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