by OrthoSurgeon Support | May 25, 2023 | orthopaedic care, Orthopaedic health, Orthopaedic surgeon, Post-surgical pain control
Post-surgical pain control plays a vital role in facilitating a smooth recovery process and minimising the risk of complications. Effective pain management is a collaborative effort between you and your healthcare provider. Here are some key points to consider:...
by OrthoSurgeon Support | Jan 26, 2023 | DVT After Surgery, Flying after Surgery, orthopaedic care, Orthopaedic surgeon, Preventing Deep Vein Thrombosis
Amongst other reason to fly after surgery, medical tourism is a growing trend with orthopaedic surgery recorded amongst the popular specialist areas for which patients leverage medical tourism. Many people travel from around the globe to be seen by a medical...
by Dr. Peter Smith | Jul 29, 2022 | DVT After Surgery, Exercise, orthopaedic care, Orthopaedic surgeon, Preventing Deep Vein Thrombosis
To reduce the risk of DVT and take steps for the prevention and treatment of potential blood clots (DVT), it is important to be aware of a few treatment approaches, which you should discuss with your doctor. In the days and weeks after surgery, you have a higher...
by OrthoSurgeon Team | Apr 19, 2021 | Cape Town Orthopaedic Surgeon, Knee, Knee Degeneration, orthopaedic care, Orthopaedic health, Osteoarthritis of the Knee
What Is Osteoarthritis? Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis, affecting millions of people worldwide. It occurs when the protective cartilage that cushions the ends of your bones wears down over time. So the answer is YES, osteoarthritis of the knee is...
by OrthoSurgeon Team | Jan 28, 2021 | Cape Town Orthopaedic Surgeon, injury treatment, joint replacement, orthopaedic care, Orthopaedic surgeon, Sports Injury
Dr Peter Smith not only offers patients the full spectrum of professional orthopaedic treatments, but specialises in total knee replacement, total hip replacement, sports injuries and the latest arthroscopic surgery (including hip arthroscopy and knee ligament...
