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...
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...