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My knee hurts…

Knee pain is an extremely common problem across all ages, though the chances of getting knee pain increase with age, as well as frequency and type of physical activity. There are several causes of knee pain Singapore: Strained/Torn Ligament Ligaments are soft, flexible bands of tissue joining bones to bones, and are commonly found in

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What is Knee Arthritis? 

Knee arthritis is an umbrella term that refers to a group of conditions that affect the cartilage in the knee joint. Cartilage is the flexible coating on the bone ends that functions as a lubricant and cushion, allowing for smooth bending or straightening movements without feeling any discomfort; however, when this protective layer erodes away

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Knee Arthroplasty

What Is Knee Arthroplasty Knee arthroplasty is a surgical procedure for the treatment of end-stage knee osteoarthritis. It is commonly known as knee replacement surgery, as the patient’s knee is replaced with an artificial joint made from plastic and metal. This surgery is mainly performed to treat knee pain from knee osteoarthritis, but has the

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Knee Pain in Older Patients (ages >55)

Why is my knee in pain? The most common cause of knee pain in older patients is Osteoarthritis of the knee. This means that the cartilage over the knee joint is worn out and destroyed. This is also known as degeneration of the knee and can cause severe limitation in knee function. It is estimated

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Sarah Taylor

Obstetrics & Gynaecology