Por Professor Hilali Noordeen
27.06.24
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Relieve back pain with kyphoplasty
If you are experiencing severe back pain due to a spinal compression fracture, kyphoplasty may be a treatment option worth considering. This minimally invasive procedure is designed to relieve pain, stabilise the spine, and restore lost vertebral height. In his latest online article, Professor Hilali Noordeen explains what kyphoplasty is, how it is performed, and what you can expect during recovery.
Por Professor Nick London
27.06.24
Traumatología
Treating ACL injuries in children: the great debate
While ACL injuries among adults are prevalent and surgery is the obvious answer, this is not the case for ACL repair among children. Esteemed consultant knee surgeon Professor Nick London explores a recent advancement in ACL repair and debates whether specialist knee surgeons or general paediatric surgeons should handle paediatric ACL reconstruction.
Por Mr James Langdon
27.06.24
Traumatología
Back pain: Causes, management tips, and myths
Whether it's due to a winning kick in football or lifting something heavy, back pain affects most people at some point in their lives. Mr James Langdon sees patients with back pain in every clinic he runs. Here, he explains the commonest causes of back pain and shares some top tips for managing acute back pain.
Redacción de Top Doctors
Traumatología
ACL reconstruction/sports injuries and joint preservation strategies for patients with knee issues
Knee injuries, particularly those affecting the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL), are common among athletes and active individuals. ACL reconstruction and various joint preservation strategies play a crucial role in managing these injuries and ensuring long-term knee health. This article by leading orthopaedic knee specialist Mr James Singleton provides a comprehensive overview of ACL reconstruction and joint preservation strategies for patients with knee issues.
Por Mr Ricci Plastow
26.06.24
Traumatología
ACL reconstruction explained: surgery, recovery, and expected outcomes
ACL reconstruction is a common surgical procedure aimed at restoring stability and function to the knee after an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury. Leading consultant trauma and orthopaedic surgeon Mr Ricci Plastow provides a comprehensive overview of the surgery, detailing the steps involved, the recovery process, and the expected outcomes
Redacción de Top Doctors
Traumatología
What is greater trochanteric pain syndrome?
Here, renowned and highly experienced consultant orthopaedic surgeon, Mr Rizwan Shahid, gives us a expertly detailed account of greater trochanteric pain syndrome.
Por Professor Mohamed Imam
25.06.24
Traumatología
A comprehensive overview of skiing injuries
In one of our latest medical articles here, Professor Mohamed Imam, a highly respected, skilled, and qualified consultant orthopaedic surgeon, provides us with a comprehensive guide with regards to upper limb injuries sustained whilst skiing.
Redacción de Top Doctors
Traumatología
Unicompartmental knee replacement: Suitable candidate, benefits, risks and more
The medial unicompartmental knee replacement, or partial knee replacement, is a surgical solution for isolated medial unicompartmental osteoarthritis, and while it has various benefits there is specific criteria patients need to meet before the procedure goes ahead. Here to address this, and other frequently-asked questions about this procedure – particularly how it compares to total knee replacement - is leading consultant trauma and orthopaedic surgeon Mr Ben Spiegelberg.
Por Mr Hugh Apthorp
24.06.24
Traumatología
What is the expected lifespan of a hip replacement?
Here, experienced, skilled, and trusted consultant orthopaedic and trauma surgeon, Mr Hugh Apthorp, describes what to expect in the immediate recovery period following hip replacement surgery, and reveals how long patients can expect their hip replacement to last for.
Por Mr Andrew Gray
24.06.24
Traumatología
The development of regional fracture liaison services
Fracture Liaison Services (FLS) are healthcare programmes designed to identify and manage patients at risk of secondary fractures following an initial osteoporotic fracture. They aim to improve patient outcomes through systematic assessment, treatment initiation, and ongoing monitoring to prevent future fractures. Renowned consultant orthopaedic surgeon Mr Andrew Gray further discusses the development of regional fracture liaison services in the UK.
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