What is a slipped disc? The disc is the jelly that is present between the bones in your spine and acts as a shock absorber When this jelly is squeezed out, it is called a slipped disc It can also be referred to as a herniated disc, prolapsed intervertebral disc or disc bulge It can […]
What is transient synovitis? Transient synovitis is a non-specific inflammation of the tissues around the hip joint. It is called “transient”, because it does not last for a long time. Usually, only one hip is affected not both sides. It is the most common cause of sudden hip pain in children. Boys are more often
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What is nursemaid’s elbow? Nursemaid’s elbow is a common injury of the elbow. It is also known as “pulled elbow”, “slipped elbow” or “toddler elbow”. It is when one of the ligaments at the elbow slips out of place. Your doctor may call this “subluxation of the annular ligament”. Nursemaid’s elbow occurs in early childhood.
What is developmental dysplasia of the hip? Developmental dysplasia of the hip is a disorder of abnormal development of the hip joint. This means that the hip joint, which is a ball and socket joint, does not form well. It is a spectrum of disease, in which the ball part of the hip joint may
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Symptomatic Flatfoot What are flat feet? People with flat feet, also known as collapsed arches, have either no arch in their feet or one that is very low. There is usually a gap beneath the inner part of the foot when a person stands, as the arch raises off the ground slightly. The arches provide
HALLUX VALGUS Minimally Invasive Surgery to correct yourBunion A bunion is a common condition when the bigtoe leans toward the second toe, rather thanpointing straight ahead. Thus, causing the bigtoe to have an abnormal protrusion whichlooks as a bump. People with a flatfoot or overpronatedfoot are prone to bunions. Familyhistory is also an important factor
Bone tumours are not that common. Most of them are non-cancerous (benign). However, some of them are cancerous (malignant).Bone cancer often occurs in children and young adults. Common signs of bone cancer may include pain, swelling, and the general feeling of being unwell. The affected bone is often weak and can easily fracture. If the
Shoulder pain is common. In the younger age group it can be due to dislocations and labral tears from falls and sports injuries. In cases where the dislocations are recurrent surgery to address the problem is actually very gratifying as the success rates are high and patient scan go back to their activities. Acromioclavicular and
Most Common Sports Injuries Dealing with sports injuries also means dealing with the multiple fractures that are often sustained during sports and play. Dr. Yegappan has vast experience dealing with fractures of the upper and lower limb. These injuries are treated immediately to ensure that patients recover as quickly as possible. Shoulder Pain Shoulder
We see many children in our practice. Our paediatric orthopaedics is usually related to injuries sustained in falls and sports. In addition a lot of children also have foot and ankle problems which are dealt with by our foot and ankle surgeon. Most of the injuries can be treated conservatively. Occasionally some of the injuries
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