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How to mentally recover from a sports injury
Understandably, an injury can feel like a huge disappointment for any sports player or athlete. This potentially minor or major complication can form a range of emotional responses, often negative, which can lead to anger, denial and depression. Sports medicine specialist Dr John Tanner clarifies the significance of mental health in recovery.
By Professor Paul Lee
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Sports medicine
How do biological therapies work?
Regenerative medicine – medicine which helps the body to heal itself – is a rapidly-developing field. We interviewed leading consultant in regenerative medicine Professor Paul Lee to find out how far the technology has progressed in recent years, how these different therapies work, and how often they can be used.
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Sports medicine
How do I know if I have dislocated my knee?
A dislocated knee is a common injury that usually takes up to six weeks to heal. You'll know once it's happened because it's very painful and you will find it difficult to walk immediately. Sports medicine specialist Professor Paul Lee explains how a dislocated knee is diagnosed, treated and how it can be prevented.
By Professor Paul Lee
26.03.19
Sports medicine
Stem cell is changing the future of medicine. The therapy may be used to replace cells and tissues that have been damaged due to disease such as osteoarthritis. Expert orthopaedic surgeon and sports medicine specialist Mr Paul Lee explains how he uses them to repair bone and muscle damage.
By Professor Paul Lee
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Sports medicine
Biological scaffolding for knee cartilage regeneration
Regenerative medicine is a modern field of medicine based on the principle of regenerating biological tissue in the patient to replace, repair, and improve cells that have been affected by injury or disease. In order to manipulate tissue regeneration, doctors use biological scaffolds. But what are these devices and how do they work? Sports medicine specialist and expert Professor Paul Lee is here to explain:
By Dr Ralph Rogers
18.02.19
Sports medicine
Metabolic performance testing: how does it work?
What is the best way to assess your fitness – and create a training plan personalised to your needs? We spoke to leading sports medicine specialist Dr Ralph Rogers about how metabolic performance testing works and what it can tell you.
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Sports medicine
What is PRP and how can it treat knee joint injuries?
Platelet rich plasma (PRP) promises enhanced recovery from knee injuries and an alternative to surgery. However, it’s still an emerging treatment for knee injuries, so it’s important to understand how it works and how to navigate the options on offer. We look at some of the most frequently-asked questions about PRP in this informative article.
By Professor Paul Lee
21.12.18
Sports medicine
The 6 most common sporting injuries – and when they happen
Playing sports can of course be good fun, but they are also a big cause of injuries. These include muscle injuries, ligament tears and damage to cartilage. Professor Paul Lee, a top orthopaedic surgeon and leading sports medicine specialist, tells us what the six most common sporting injuries that he treats are.
By Mr William Bartlett
20.12.18
Sports medicine
The most common sports injuries and why they happen
The health benefits of maintaining an active lifestyle are well recognised. In children and teenagers, participating in sports can build confidence and maintain fitness. In adults, regular exercise can help to avoid depression, obesity, cardiac disease and diabetes. However, all sports do risk injury. In this article Mr William Bartlett explains which sports injuries occur most commonly and why.
By Dr Ralph Rogers
19.12.18
Sports medicine
Lipogems and osteoarthritis: a patient guide
One of the latest advances in regenerative medicine, Lipogems injections, is now available at an increasing number of clinics across the UK, promising a new way to treat osteoarthritis without surgery. In this article, leading sports medicine specialist Dr Ralph Rogers has written a patient guide to Lipogems, covering how it works, who it’s suitable for, and how long the results last.
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