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By Mr Nick Ferran
07.05.24
Orthopaedic surgeon

An in-depth discussion on tennis elbow

Tennis elbow is an extremely prevalent condition, resulting in significant daily pain. Here to provide an in-depth discussion about the condition is consultant orthopaedic surgeon Mr Nick Ferran.

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By Mr Nick Ferran
06.03.24
Orthopaedic surgeon

Guide to easy shoulder surgery recovery

In his latest online article, Mr Nick Ferran gives us his insights into shoulder surgery recovery. Following awake shoulder surgery or a regional nerve block, minimising post-operative pain is crucial for a comfortable recovery. Typically lasting up to 24 hours, the nerve blocks are complemented by prescribed tablet painkillers for continued relief after discharge.

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By Mr Nick Ferran
28.02.24
Orthopaedic surgeon

When is surgery for an anterior shoulder dislocation required?

Here, esteemed consultant trauma and orthopaedic surgeon, Mr Nick Ferran, provides us with an insightful overview of an anterior shoulder dislocation, including when surgery is recommended for the common shoulder injury.

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By Mr Nick Ferran
06.11.19
Orthopaedic surgeon

How do I know if I need elbow surgery?

Most chronic elbow conditions can be helped with non-surgical management such as physiotherapy. However, some conditions continue to cause pain or stiffness despite physiotherapy and may require surgery. We asked orthopaedic surgeon Mr Nick Ferran about shoulder surgery and how to take care of your elbow afterwards.

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By Mr Nick Ferran
14.10.19
Orthopaedic surgeon

The 3 stages of frozen shoulder

Frozen shoulder is a rare condition affecting just 2% of the population and develops gradually in three distinct stages. We asked Mr Nick Ferran, an expert orthopaedic surgeon in London, to describe them. Read to find out more.

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By Mr Nick Ferran
15.04.19
Orthopaedic surgeon

Is it cubital tunnel or carpal tunnel syndrome?

It's more likely that you've heard of carpal tunnel syndrome, a trapped nerve in the wrist, over cubital tunnel syndrome, where the ulnar nerve is compressed in the elbow. Expert orthopaedic surgeon Mr Nick Ferran explains the symptoms of both and whether it's possible to have the two conditions at the same time.

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By Mr Nick Ferran
21.01.19
Orthopaedic surgeon

Shoulder pain and sleep solutions

For those who suffer from shoulder pain, it can have a knock-on effect when it comes to getting a good night's sleep. It may be difficult finding a comfortable sleeping position and leave sufferers with sleepless nights. Expert orthopaedic surgeon Mr Nick Ferran explains what patients can do to get some rest.

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By Mr Nick Ferran
08.01.19
Orthopaedic surgeon

Shoulder pain and weightlifting: how to avoid it

If you experience shoulder pain after a strong session of weightlifting at the gym then it could be down to a number of reasons, such as excessive loading or poor technique that's caused a rotator cuff injury. Orthopaedic surgeon Mr Nick Ferran explains how you can avoid shoulder pain when lifting.

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