Medical articles from Mr Jonathan Walczak

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10/11/2020

Orthopaedic Surgeon

Which treatments delay knee surgery?

Looking to delay or postpone knee replacement surgery for as long as possible? You might be wondering what other non-surgical treatments are available in the meantime and just how long you can avoid surgery. Read more from one of our expert orthopaedic surgeons Mr Jonathan Walczak about the conservative options for knee arthritis.

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09/06/2020

Mr Jonathan Walczak

Orthopaedic Surgeon

What sports can I resume following a knee replacement?

Which sports are safe to play after undergoing a knee replacement and how long should you wait until being active again? Mr Jonathan Walczak, one of our top consultant orthopaedic surgeons who specialises in knee replacement, explains.

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17/03/2020

Mr Jonathan Walczak

Orthopaedic Surgeon

Calf muscle strain: the causes and how to prevent it

No-one wants to suffer a calf muscle strain. It can prevent you from playing your favourite sports for a couple of weeks and it's overall a rather painful and uncomfortable ordeal. Orthopaedic surgeon, Mr Jonathan Walczak, explains exactly what causes a muscle strain in the calf muscle and how you can easily avoid it.

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18/02/2020

Mr Jonathan Walczak

Orthopaedic Surgeon

Bursitis: types, symptoms and treatment

Bursitis occurs when fluid-filled sacks that cushion your joints become inflamed. Here, one of our expert orthopaedic surgeons Mr Jonathan Walczak explains the different types, their accompanying symptoms and how bursitis can be treated.

31/01/2020

Mr Jonathan Walczak

Orthopaedic Surgeon

ACL injuries: your FAQs

Do you, or someone close to you, feel like an ACL (anterior cruciate ligament) injury is a possibility? Mr Walczak answers common questions regarding the symptoms; who's most at risk; if all ACL injuries require surgery and more.

22/01/2020

Mr Jonathan Walczak

Orthopaedic Surgeon

What are the most common bursa injuries in sports?

A bursa injury - also known as bursitis - is one of the most common injuries in sports and can affect several parts of the body. Orthopaedic and trauma surgeon, Mr Jonathan Walczak, tells us what some of the most common bursa injuries are and what the recommended treatment is.