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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
by Dr. Peter Smith | Oct 27, 2022 | Orthopaedic surgeon, Knee, knee injury
The knee is a joint that joins the thigh bone (femur) to the top of the shin bone (tibia). It is made up of bones, cartilage, muscles, ligaments, and tendons. These parts work together to make the legs bend, straighten, and swivel. A knee injury can damage one or more...
