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By Mr Pramod Achan
30.05.22
Orthopaedic surgeon

Chronic and acute sports injuries: no pain, no gain?

Revered consultant orthopaedic surgeon Mr Pramod Achan, who practises in London, clarifies the differences between chronic and acute sports injuries. Mr Achan discusses how they are determind, including some typical examples of each, and when help from a specialist should be sought.

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By Mr Pramod Achan
11.03.20
Orthopaedic surgeon

Choosing the right prosthetic hip: Materials, durability and risks

Choosing the right prosthetic hip is a decision that you and your surgeon will make together. Your new hip will become part of you for the next 15 years or more, so it's important to know all the features of it prior to your replacement operation. Leading consultant orthopaedic surgeon, Mr Pramod Achan, describes the various types of implants he uses and the risks you should be aware of.

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By Mr Pramod Achan
07.02.20
Orthopaedic surgeon

Why do people need hip replacement surgery?

Hip replacement surgery is on the rise. More and more people are going under the knife to replace a damaged hip to improve their range of motion and overall quality of life. But why do people get hip replacements and can more conservative treatments be an alternative? Mr Pramod Achan explains.

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By Mr Pramod Achan
20.01.20
Orthopaedic surgeon

How long does it take to recover after a hip arthroscopy?

When a person undergoes any type of surgery one of the common questions they ask is how long they will take to recover. Even though a hip arthroscopy is a minimally invasive treatment, there is still a recovery period and some important steps to follow to help in your rehabilitation. Mr Pramod Achan explains more.

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