Medical articles from Mr Phil Wright

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31/07/2023

Orthopaedic Surgeon

What can cause shoulder instability?

Shoulder instability is a common orthopaedic problem that can result in pain, limited movement, and reduced sense of balance in the shoulder. Here to provide an expert insight into shoulder instability, including causes, diagnosis and surgical treatment, is Mr Phil Wright, renowned consultant orthopaedic surgeon.

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04/07/2023

Mr Phil Wright

Orthopaedic Surgeon

Shoulder arthritis: surgical and non-surgical treatments explained

In his latest online article, renowned consultant orthopaedic surgeon Mr Phil Wright explains one of the conditions he specialises in, shoulder arthritis. Mr Wright explains the most common risk factors for shoulder arthritis, and the different treatments available, both surgical and non-surgical.

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03/02/2021

Mr Phil Wright

Orthopaedic Surgeon

Cubital tunnel release surgery: what to expect

Fed up of feeling pins and needles in your arm when you're trying to sleep at night? Then the surgical procedure cubital tunnel release may be an option for you. Here, one of our leading orthopaedic surgeons Mr Phil Wright explains everything you need to know about the surgery, which relieves the compressed ulnar never in your elbow.

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25/11/2020

Mr Phil Wright

Orthopaedic Surgeon

How to treat a rotator cuff tear

Rotator cuff tears can cause worsening pain, usually felt on the deltoid. In this article, Mr Phil Wright, clarifies other warning signs of the condition and highlights what the average recovery time is from rotator cuff repair surgery. We also discuss non-surgical treatment options such as steroid injections and whether they are efffective.

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13/10/2020

Mr Phil Wright

Orthopaedic Surgeon

Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections for pain management: how do they work?

Mr Phil Wright, an expert in PRP (platelet-rich plasma) injections, provides a thorough overview of how this injection works to assist the pain management of conditions such as osteoarthritis, tendinitis and more.

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07/08/2020

Mr Phil Wright

Orthopaedic Surgeon

Computer elbow: can I get tennis elbow from typing too much?

Computer elbow, better known as tennis elbow, is a stress injury to your elbow from repetatively typing and gripping your computer mouse. It's a classic sign of being overworked and now with the increasing use of computers and laptops in the workspace, this condition is becoming more common. We asked Mr Phil Wright, an expert consultant orthopaedic surgeon who specialises in elbow pain, to explain a bit more about how it develops and what ergonomic changes you should make to prevent it.

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22/06/2020

Mr Phil Wright

Orthopaedic Surgeon

When is arthroscopic shoulder surgery needed?

Shoulder problems are very common, and although most resolve after 2-3 weeks without treatment, some may require treatment in the form of arthroscopic surgery to improve strength and stability. In this article, Mr Phil Wright, one of our top consultant orthopaedic surgeons, explains when arthroscopic shoulder surgery is used and what you can expect during recovery.