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Singapore Surgeon Insights – Robotic Knee Replacement
Dr Wang Lushun: Robotic Knee Surgery promises better outcomes and faster recovery Robotic Knee Replacement is more and more used nowadays as opposed to a conventional knee replacement, offering several advantages. This interview we had with Dr Wang Lushun explains exactly what they are and the benefits this brings. Rosa Robotic Knee Assistant The ROSA…
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ACL Repair / Reconstruction with Dr Ramesh Subramaniam
Singapore Surgeon Insight Series with Dr. Ramesh Subramaniam – ACL Repair and Reconstruction Many patients come with complaints of knee pain, instability and/or swelling and in some cases, this could require an Anterior Cruciate Ligament or ACL repair or reconstruction. The state of the ACL may be diagnosed using arthrometers / Laximeters, physical examinations, running and MRI scan.…
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Anti-inflammatory diet with Nutritionist Simran Nanwani
Managing your nutrition with an anti-inflammatory diet can help battle diseases including osteoarthritis Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis, that occurs when the protective cartilage that cushions the ends of the bones wears down over time. This disorder most commonly affects joints in your hands, knees, hips and spine. …
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Frozen Shoulder and Rotator Cuff Injury – Dr Andy Wee
Singapore Surgeon Insight Series with Dr Andy Wee – The Shoulder Many patients come with complaints of Frozen Shoulder, and in some cases this could be a Rotator Cuff Injury. Common shoulder problems and complaints include shoulder pain , stiffness, weakness (feeling a lack of strength in elevating arms) and instability (feeling of shoulder is shifting out of the…
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Palliative care includes Physio to relief pain
How palliative care and physiotherapy can help in relieving patients of pain with limited time to live What is Palliative care? Palliative care, which includes physiotherapy, is a specialized medical care system that improves the quality of life of patients and their families who are facing problems associated with life-threatening illness. It prevents and relieves…
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Podiatry and physio helps kid’s flatfeet using insoles
Podiatry and Physiotherapy can manage your child’s flatfoot condition with insoles Helen Crawford, podiatrist at the Osteopathy and Podiatry Centre Singapore addresses common concerns and inquiries amongst many parents residing in Indonesia: The flatfoot in Children. We know that majority of children between 1-5 years of age have flat foot and could potentially outgrow this…
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ITBS – A common runner’s knee injury
Are you experiencing pain on your knee when running? Maybe it is Illiotibial Band Syndrome (ITBS)? Illiotibial band syndrome – ever heard of this? This condition is familiar to runners or people who suddenly increase their physical activity. Illiotibial band syndrome (ITBS) is a knee injury that causes pain on the outside of the knee…
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How long until I’m fully recoved from my injuries?
How long do I need to recover from my injuries? Hi readers, “When am I going to recover from this condition?” This is a question that is always asked by every patient during a consultation. And to answer that question as a physiotherapist we must know very well what is happening. Starting from the mechanism…
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Singapore Surgeon Insights: Knee Replacement – Prof Lo
Full and Partial knee replacement surgery for chronic knee pain “Degenerative joint disease (arthritis) is not a life-threatening disorder; it is a functional disability.” ~ Prof Lo Ngai Nung Knee replacement surgery should be considered only if this is the last measure for your knee pain. This article based on an interview with Prof. Lo…
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Singapore Surgeon Insights: Hip Replacement – Dr J Chew
Hip replacement and non surgical options for chronic hip pain A hip replacement surgery should be considered carefully, but may be the only solution for your hip pain. Before making this decision there are several other options to consider though. This article based on an interview with Dr Jeffrey Chew Tec Hoc, Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon…
