by OrthoSurgeon Support | Jan 31, 2026 | Knee, knee replacement surgery, Orthopaedic surgeon, Post Surgery Pain Management
What Is a “Stiff Knee”? After knee replacement surgery (also called total knee arthroplasty), stiffness refers to a persistent limitation in the knee’s range of motion compared to what is expected at that stage of recovery. This may include: Difficulty fully...
by OrthoSurgeon Support | Dec 29, 2025 | Orthopaedic health, Orthopaedic surgeon, Patient Care, Robotic Assisted Knee Replacement, Robotic Assisted Surgery
Celebrating 100 Mako procedures completed by Dr Peter Smith in 2025 Extract from this post originally appeared on Mediclinic. Used with permission. Many international studies continue to demonstrate positive outcomes associated with robotic-assisted knee replacement...
by OrthoSurgeon Support | Nov 25, 2025 | Hip replacement, orthopaedic care, Orthopaedic surgeon
Hip Replacement in Younger Patients: What You Need to Know Hip replacement surgery is no longer something reserved only for older adults. Many younger people choose this operation when hip pain begins to limit work, sport, movement, or quality of life. With today’s...
by OrthoSurgeon Support | Oct 24, 2025 | Hip, Hip replacement, Orthopaedic surgeon
Hip replacement surgery has become one of the most successful and life-changing procedures in modern medicine. For people suffering from hip arthritis or long-term joint pain, it can mean a return to comfort, independence, and mobility. A question many patients ask...
by OrthoSurgeon Support | Sep 26, 2025 | ACL Tear, Orthopaedic surgeon, Sports Injury, Sports Injury Prevention
Here’s how. Why the ACL Matters The ACL connects your thigh bone (femur) to your shin bone (tibia) and keeps the knee stable during sudden movements like pivoting, cutting, and landing from jumps. An ACL injury is often severe, leading to swelling, pain, instability,...
by OrthoSurgeon Support | Aug 25, 2025 | Orthopaedic surgeon
For many people, knee pain becomes more than just an inconvenience — it affects mobility, independence, and quality of life. Choosing the right treatment can be overwhelming, but understanding the difference between knee arthroscopy and total knee replacement can help...
