If your knee replacement is causing pain, instability, or reduced function, you may be wondering whether something has gone wrong. In some cases, it has. Knee implants are not permanent, and a small but significant number of patients eventually need a second operation to replace a failing implant. This is called revision knee replacement, or
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Table of Contents Basics Epidemiology Diagnosis Treatment Follow-up Prognosis Miscellaneous FAQ Basics Description Dislocation of the knee is an orthopaedic emergency. The most common causes are motor vehicle accidents, followed by sports and falls from heights. Classification: Anterior Posterior Medial Lateral Rotary: Subclassified as anteromedial, anterolateral, posteromedial, posterolateral General Prevention Seat belts and airbags are
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Table of Contents What is Platelet-Rich Plasma? How does PRP Therapy Work? I’ve heard of Cortisone Shots; is this the same? What are the Potential Benefits of Treatment? How many treatments & How often is this therapy? Is PRP right for me? Are there any special instructions? What are Tendons & Ligaments? FAQ *Kindly note
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Table of Contents Basics Diagnosis Treatment for Hip Pain in the Child Follow-up Miscellaneous FAQ Basics Description Hip pain is a term used to describe discomfort in the groin, which receives sensory innervation provided by the obturator and femoral nerves. This pain can be produced by a lesion anywhere in the region of the hip
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Total knee replacement is a surgical procedure in which damaged surfaces of the knee joint are removed and replaced with prosthetic components designed to relieve pain and restore function. It is usually considered when knee pain and stiffness significantly affect everyday life and non-surgical treatment is no longer providing enough relief. For many patients in
Medically reviewed by Dr Palanisamy Arul Murugan Key Takeaways Meniscal surgery — also called meniscus surgery — is almost always done arthroscopically, through small incisions, and is usually day surgery. Surgeons aim to repair the meniscus rather than remove it wherever possible, since removing tissue raises the long-term risk of knee arthritis. Which procedure is
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Table of Contents What is MRI of the Body? What are some common uses of the procedure? MRI Scan Singapore Cost How should I prepare for the procedure? What does the equipment look like? How does the procedure work? How is the procedure performed? What will I experience during and after the procedure? Who interprets
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Table of Contents Introduction Anatomy Tibial Osteotomy (Treatment in Singapore) Rationale Preparation Surgical Procedure Complications After Surgery Rehabilitation Introduction Knee osteoarthritis often affects only one side of the knee joint. When this occurs, realigning the angle made between the bones of the leg can shift your body weight so that the healthy side of the
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Key Takeaways Quadriceps tendonitis is a degenerative overuse injury of the quadriceps tendon above the kneecap, leading to anterior knee pain that worsens with activities like squatting, running, jumping, and climbing stairs. The condition primarily affects active individuals, especially those involved in jumping sports such as basketball and volleyball, as well as runners and weightlifters
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Table of Contents Introduction Anatomy Causes Symptoms Diagnosis Treatment for Popliteal Cysts in Singapore Rehabilitation Introduction A popliteal cyst, also called a Baker’s cyst, is a soft, often painless bump that develops on the back of the knee. A cyst is usually nothing more than a bag of fluid. These cysts occur most often when
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