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How Many Injections of PRP Are Recommended for the Treatment of Knee Osteoarthritis?
Are you struggling with knee pain that keeps you from enjoying your favourite activities? Or perhaps you have a loved one whose quality of life has been impacted by knee arthritis. If you’re exploring non-surgical solutions to relieve pain and improve mobility,...
PRP vs. Corticosteroids for Knee Osteoarthritis: Long-Lasting Pain Relief for Your Knees
Knee osteoarthritis (OA) can make everyday tasks—like walking, climbing stairs, or enjoying family outings—a daily challenge. If you’re over 50 and experiencing knee pain, or if you have a loved one suffering from arthritis, you may have heard about two popular...
How Long Does ACL Surgery Take? Understanding the Duration and Influencing Factors
For those preparing for anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) surgery, this is another very common question I get asked. While every case is unique, the procedure typically takes 1 to 2 hours. However, certain factors, such as the complexity of the injury and the surgical...
Does Current Clinical Evidence Support the Use of PRP for Knee Osteoarthritis?
Knee osteoarthritis (OA) is the one of most common causes of knee pain, especially for individuals over 45. If you or a loved one are searching for effective knee pain relief in London, you may be curious about PRP therapy for knee osteoarthritis. But does clinical...
What is the Recovery Time for ACL Surgery? A Comprehensive Guide to Healing and Rehabilitation
If you’ve suffered an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury, you might wonder whether surgery is truly necessary. The decision depends on multiple factors, including your lifestyle, the severity of your injury, and your future goals. While ACL surgery can restore...
What is ACL Surgery? Learn what ACL surgery is, who needs it, and how it’s performed
If you’ve suffered an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury, you might wonder whether surgery is truly necessary. The decision depends on multiple factors, including your lifestyle, the severity of your injury, and your future goals. While ACL surgery can restore...
When is ACL Surgery Necessary? Understanding When and Why You May Need It
The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is a critical structure in the knee, providing stability and allowing us to perform everyday activities like walking, running, and jumping. When this ligament is torn—commonly during sports or physical activity—it can lead to...
Why AutoCart Procedure is Beneficial for Patients with Cartilage Defects in the Hip
Why AutoCart Procedure is Beneficial for Patients with Cartilage Defects in the Hip Cartilage defects in the hip can cause debilitating pain, stiffness, and reduced mobility, severely impacting a person's quality of life. Traditional treatments often provide limited...
Visit to learn cartilage regeneration surgery in the hip
Recently, I went on a visitation organised by Arthrex to see Dr Steens in Dortmund perform a single step cartilage regeneration technique in the hip called Autocart. I flew out with my colleague Simon Newman, another young adult hip specialist. Firstly, I want to say...
How to prevent knee injuries (ACL) in female athletes
In my previous blog, we discussed why females are more prone to getting ACL injuries (https://londonhipknee.co.uk/news/why-do-female-athletes-have-a-higher-rate-of-acl-ruptures/). Research shows that female athletes are more prone to ACL injuries than males due to a...
