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Wrist after surgery for a scaphoid injury
Written by Top Doctors

Written by Top Doctors
Orthopaedic surgery

Scaphoid injuries: Understanding diagnosis and treatment

A scaphoid injury refers to a fracture of the scaphoid bone, one of the small carpal bones located on the thumb side of the wrist. This type of injury commonly occurs due to a fall onto an outstretched hand and is particularly prevalent in sports or activities where falls are common, such as skateboarding or football. Here to provide an expert look at this topic is highly-respected consultant hand and wrist surgeon Miss Alice Bremner-Smith.

Knee replacement prevention
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Written by Top Doctors
Orthopaedic surgery

The best exercises to assist in preventing a knee replacement

Preventing the need for a knee replacement often involves maintaining the strength, flexibility, and overall health of the knee joint. Exercise plays a crucial role in this process, helping to manage symptoms of osteoarthritis, reduce pain and improve joint function. Below leading consultant trauma and orthopaedic surgeon Mr Farid Ud-Din lists some of the best exercises that can help in preventing the progression of knee problems and potentially delaying or avoiding the need for a knee replacement.

Older couple, who had hip arthritis, with total hip replacements
Mr Rajpal Nandra

By Mr Rajpal Nandra
28.08.24
Orthopaedic surgery

Treatment of hip arthritis with total hip replacement

Hip arthritis, particularly osteoarthritis, is a common condition that affects many individuals, especially as they age. This degenerative joint disease can cause significant pain, stiffness, and mobility issues, ultimately impacting a person’s quality of life. When conservative treatments such as medication, physical therapy, and lifestyle modifications fail to provide relief, a total hip replacement (THR) may be recommended as an effective solution. Here to tell us all about it, is leading orthopaedic surgeon Mr Rajpal Nandra.

Sportsperson with an achilles tendon injury
Mr Hisham Shalaby

By Mr Hisham Shalaby
23.08.24
Orthopaedic surgery

From incident to recovery: A holistic approach to Achilles tendon injuries

Achilles tendon injuries are common, but there are various aspects which make each one different. This encompasses the cause, type of injury and considering the patient’s overall health, as well as the treatment route involved. Leading orthopaedic surgeon Mr Hisham Shalaby considers these important points, while also taking a look at recovery from operative treatment, and what can happen if an Achilles tendon injury goes untreated.

Hand after having treatment for carpal tunnel syndrome
Mr Onur Berber

By Mr Onur Berber
16.08.24
Orthopaedic surgery

Understanding Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS): A surgeon's guide for patients

This expert guide on carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) by leading orthopaedic surgeon Mr Onur Berber is designed to provide valuable insights from a surgeon's perspective. As a surgeon specialising in hand and wrist conditions, I aim to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of CTS, its causes, symptoms and potential treatment options.

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