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Ankle TreatmentsvideoCan I do sports after an ankle replacement?Mr Goldberg discussed answers the question, "Can I do sports after an ankle replacement?" In particular he discussed skiing, dancing, swimming, cycling, hiking, tennis, golf and bowls which he feels are fair game. But also discussed contact sports such as heavy lifting, soccer, football and rugby and running which many …
Ankle TreatmentsvideoInnovative Stem Cell TreatmentsCassie, 27, describes how Mr Andy Goldberg at the RNOH helped her walk without pain after she underwent innovative surgery to treat arthritis of her ankle using a combination of her own stem cells and some pioneering new techniques to resurface her damaged cartilage. The Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital is …
Ankle ConditionsarticleWhat Is Ankle Arthritis?Ankle arthritis can affect your quality of life as much as end stage heart failure. In this article we explore ankle arthritis and osteoarthritis. What Is Ankle Arthritis? What goes wrong in ankle arthritis? In ankle arthritis, the cartilage is worn and the bone starts to rub on the bone …
Ankle TreatmentsarticleHow do I find the best UK ankle replacement surgeon?Are you looking for a surgeon finder? When it comes to selecting an ankle surgeon, it is important to ensure your surgeon has the correct skill to perform your operation. Whilst this article is about finding a surgeon to perform an ankle replacement in England, it’s content can be …
Ankle TreatmentsarticleExtracorporeal Shock Wave TherapyDo you suffer from ankle pain or a painful heel? Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy (ESWT) is non-invasive out patient procedure for the treatment of certain painful conditions of the heel such as plantar fasciitis or Achilles tendinopathy. Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy The treatment involves the use of an Extracorporeal …
Ankle ConditionsarticleAchilles TendinopathyTendinopathy describes an unhappy tendon. There is a lot of confusion between the terms tendinitis, tendinopathy, tendonopathy, and tendinosis. Generally, the terms can be used interchangeably. However, the agreed term nowadays is tendinopathy as a catch-all. Achilles Tendinopathy A tendon connects a muscle to a bone. Think of a …
Ankle ConditionsarticleCommon Running InjuriesMore and more people are taking up running. It’s great for your cardiovascular and mental health, it lowers your risk of diabetes and obesity and keeps you alert and fit. In this article, we’re going to explore some common running injuries! Common Running Injuries It’s logical to …
Ankle TreatmentsarticleAnkle Fusion Surgery & A Guide for PatientsAnkle fusion, also known as arthrodesis, is a surgical procedure that is often recommended for patients suffering from severe arthritis or other debilitating conditions in the ankle joint. This procedure aims to alleviate pain and improve stability by fusing the bones of the ankle together, eliminating the joint entirely. Here …
Ankle ConditionsarticleWhat is the difference between Osteoporosis and Osteoarthritis?Although they both have “osteo” in their name, osteoporosis and osteoarthritis are two completely different things. “Osteo” simply means bone, because both conditions affect bones. What is the difference between Osteoporosis and Osteoarthritis? Osteoporosis is a condition in which the bones become less dense and weaker. Hence they are more …
Ankle ConditionsarticleCan I do sports after ankle replacement?There is a lot of controversy as to whether you can do sports after ankle replacement. In this article we explore when you can return to sport after an ankle replacement. Why do some surgeons say I cannot do sports? The concern over ankle replacement and sport is not too …
Ankle ConditionsarticleHallux Rigidus Painful Big ToePain in the big toe can be a sign of gout, injury or hallux rigidus. Hallux Rigidus Painful Big Toe Hallux rigidus is the latin term for arthritis of the metatarsophalangeal joint of the big toe (the ball of the big toe). Strictly speaking, hallux rigidus translates “Stiff big toe …
Ankle ConditionsarticleHow to find the UK's best foot and ankle surgeonWhen it comes to undergoing surgery that’s going to last your lifetime, it’s important to make sure you select your surgeon based on their ability to do the best job for you. We recommend that you do your own homework in finding the most appropriate surgeon for you …
Ankle TreatmentsarticleHow Successful are Ankle Replacements?Total ankle replacement surgery is an operation to replace a worn-out ankle joint by resurfacing the ends of your tibia and talus with metal components with a plastic insert in between them to allow gliding motion but how successful are ankle replacements? How successful are ankle replacements? The way …
Ankle ConditionsarticleWhat is a High Ankle Sprain?This blog continues on from what can I do for an ankle sprain.In this article we explore what you can do if your ankle sprain isn’t getting better, and discusses a high ankle sprain. What is a high ankle sprain? Ligaments hold the ankle bones and joints in …
Ankle ConditionsarticleTen tips to cure PLANTAR FASCIITIS (Heel Pain)Plantar fasciitis (pronounced PLAN-TUR-FASH-E-ITIS) is the commonest cause of pain in the heel. Heel pain affects celebrities, athletes, ballet dancers, and in fact 1 in 10 of us at some point in our lives. In this article we look at 10 top tips to curing plantar …
Ankle ConditionsarticleWhy Do I Have Clicking Joints?Why do my toe joints crack, click or pop? In fact, why do any of my joints make noises is a common question asked to me. Why do I have clicking joints? Well, the first thing to say is that joint “cracking” or “clicking” is normal and very common and …
Latest NewsarticleHow Will Covid-19 End? (Coronavirus Pandemic)Just a few months ago – no one had heard of Covid-19. Fast forward three months and Covid-19 is by far the worlds most searched Internet term; its broken health care systems; crashed economies; millions have been diagnosed; and it has killed hundreds of thousands so far. It won …
SpecialistsarticleWho is the Best Ankle Surgeon in London?Determining who are the best ankle and foot surgeons in London is an impossible question to answer, because the result depends on so many variables. Ultimately you want to know who is the best foot and ankle surgeon to get the best outcome for you. Factors that matter in deciding …
Ankle TreatmentsarticleWhich is better? Ankle Replacement or Ankle Fusion“Which is better, a total ankle replacement or ankle fusion surgery?” Is a question asked by every patient thinking about surgery for ankle arthritis. In this article we try to answer the question ankle replacement or ankle fusion? Ankle Replacement Vs Ankle Fusion Most ankle arthritis can be treated …
