Tendonitis is a common condition that affects the upper and lower body. While most tendonitis will improve with conservative measures such as modified activity and strengthening exercises, some cases are resistant to these treatments and require surgery. The Tenex procedure UK is a minimally invasive approach that can potentially replace surgery. This blog will [...]
Osteochondritis dissecans (OCD) is a condition affecting the cartilage of joints, more commonly in the knee. It affects active teenagers and young adults, leading to pain and swelling. What causes Osteochondritis Dissecans Knee, and how do we diagnose and treat it. What is Osteochondritis dissecans? OCD is caused by a loss of blood supply [...]
Posterolateral knee pain can be a challenging issue for active individuals. The outside corner of the knee is complex and consists of multiple ligaments, tendons, and muscles, making an accurate diagnosis essential for effective treatment. This blog discusses the possible causes of lateral posterior knee pain and how to find a probable cause. Common [...]
Patella stress fracturesPatella stress fractures are rare but essential injuries to recognise, particularly in athletes and physically active individuals. They are often confused with other causes of anterior knee pain, such as patellofemoral pain, knee arthritis, and tendonitis. So, how do you diagnose and manage a patella stress fracture? What is a Patella Stress [...]
We often find repeated joint pain and swelling in common conditions such as osteoarthritis or inflammatory arthritis, such as gout. One rare cause of recurrent joint swelling is pigmented villonodular synovitis or PVNS. What is PVNS, and how do we diagnose and treat it? What is PVNS? PVNS occurs when the tissue lining [...]
Knee replacements are a standard orthopaedic procedure to treat knee arthritis. While 80% of patients with a knee replacement report good results, about 15-20% struggle with ongoing pain after a knee replacement. We use cortisone injections to treat pain and inflammation from knee arthritis. So, can you get a cortisone injection after a knee [...]
We use hyaluronic acid injections to reduce arthritis pain. Durolane is a type of hyaluronic acid widely used by doctors. Some reports suggest Durolane has more side effects than other types of hyaluronic acid. However, a new study contradicts this claim. What are Durolane side effects, and is severe pain after a Durolane injection [...]
The proximal tibiofibular joint is a less common source of pain outside the knee. It is often overlooked as the cause of lateral knee pain as the knee joint and tendon structures are close by. What are the possible causes of fibular head pain, and what can we do? What is the proximal tibiofibular [...]
Hyaluronic acid injections are commonly used for knee arthritis. While different factors affect the effectiveness of these injections for knee arthritis, an essential element is post-injection aftercare. This blog outlines what you should do after knee gel injections to get the most out of your injection. What is hyaluronic acid? Hyaluronic acid, a [...]
The location of the pain can indicate its potential causes. When doctors assess your knee, they consider possible diagnosis based on the pain's location- inside, outside, above, below, or on top of the kneecap. So, you can use a knee pain location or area chart to find out possible causes. The knee joint is [...]
