Hip, femur & Tibia
When can I return to running after an ankle sprain without risking a re-injury? I hear this question a lot after taking an x-ray of an ankle injury from patients. The truth is returning to running after an ankle sprain will be different for everyone. This will depend on the type of sprain you have, […]
Lisfranc injuries of the midfoot are not common injuries, but when they do happen they are often missed or misdiagnosed. They are caused by high-energy events like motor vehicle accidents, falls from heights, or crush injuries. While recovery from a Lisfranc injury is often quite successful, concerns often arise about treatment options: how long does
How Long Does a Lisfranc Fracture Take to Heal? Expert Timeline & Recovery Tips Read More »
Patellofemoral pain syndrome is one of the most common causes of anterior knee pain encountered in adolescents and adults younger than 60 years old. What is the recovery time for patellofemoral pain syndrome, can it be cured completely. Many of you search for answers on the internet to these questions every month, you worry about
Patellofemoral pain syndrome (Runner’s knee): causes and Recovery tips. Read More »
As a diagnostic radiographer I see and x-ray many adults and children being rehabilitated using a walker shoe (walking boot). Here I answer some of the questions I am always asked by patients who have been prescribed a walker shoe (orthopaedic or orthoses shoe). For this article I have consulted physiotherapists who rehabilitate patients with
Walking shoes (boots) for broken lower leg: 6 Tips to guide you from a radiographer. Read More »
Do you experience pain at night after your knee replacement surgery? Are you wondering how to sleep better with a total or partial knee replacement? Are there positions to avoid or, on the opposite, to preference? As a diagnostic radiographer I see so many knee replacement operations and hear patients ask these questions. As usual
How to Sleep with a Broken knee: 4 Tips for Comfort. Read More »
Do you always feel pain in your Achilles tendon, above the heel after a long walk or run or when you wake up in the morning for no reason? As a radiographer, I will help you better identify possible causes behind the Achilles tendon pain and what you can do to relieve pain. Happy reading!😀
Achilles tendon pain: finding the cause and tips to ease the pain. Read More »
Have you fractured your hip and you must be wondering whether you will be able to walk again after surgery. And what are the risks, when is it best to walk without support? As a radiographer I will answer these questions based on my knowledge and rely on medical studies about the subject. Happy reading!😀
How long does it take to walk properly after a hip fracture? What studies say: Read More »
Have you just been diagnosed with hallux valgus and you are wondering about the treatment options available, how bunions can be corrected without or without surgery. What rehabilitation and natural treatments are available. The recommendations given apply to whether you have a mild or a more severe form of hallux valgus. I write this article
Can hallux valgus (bunion) be corrected without surgery? Some Facts from studies. Read More »
I guess each one of us has had a muscle injury, (sprain, tear). These kinds of injuries are quite common in people who play sports. The question is, what would you do if you suspect a tear? What treatment and recovery time are needed? How can you avoid recurrences? I will answer this question based
Muscle Strain Healing: What to Expect & How to Speed Up Recovery. Read More »
Have just fractured your tibial plateau knee and wondering how long the recovery and healing timeline is going to last. Or about the treatment options and what you can do to maximise your chances of recovering quickly and well. In this article I will answer your questions based on my knowledge as a diagnostic radiographer
How long does it take to recover from a tibial plateau fracture? Read More »
