Patellofemoral syndrome (PFS), commonly known as runner’s knee, is a common cause of anterior knee pain. The condition can cause significant pain when running or carrying out high-impact exercises. In a recent study carried out by the University of Connecticut, it was discovered that conventional rehabilitation methods, often generalised, may not be the most effective […]
The spate of anterior cruciate ligament tears taking out players before the Women’s World Cup this summer led to claims that female footballers were facing an ‘epidemic’ of ACL injuries. Sports Personality of the Year Beth Mead ruptured her ACL in November 2022 and is only now set for her Arsenal return after 11 months, […]
Fortius Clinic, the UK’s largest orthopaedic group, has recently established a new centre in London where Mr Jonathan Webb will now be performing robotic joint replacement surgery. Formerly the Schoen Clinic Orthopaedic & Spinal Hospital, Fortius Clinic London is an award-winning and unique Centre of Excellence in orthopaedics and sports medicine and Jonathan’s patients can […]
Knee pain can be frustrating no matter when it occurs, but when it interrupts your peaceful night’s sleep, it requires attention. While knee discomfort during the day can often be attributed to daily activities or wear and tear, understanding what’s causing those night-time aches can be a bit more puzzling. Here we’ll explore the most […]
Whether you’re a professional athlete or you love to play sports in your spare time, you may be wondering how a robotic knee replacement will affect your performance. Is it safe to play sports after the procedure? In a recent case study, Jonathan’s patient Jon Bentley explained that a desire to return to off-piste skiing […]
Passionate climber and skier Jon Bentley decided to undergo a full knee replacement to get back to the sports he loved. I am 62, and I’ve been climbing and skiing all my life. I first had problems with my left knee when I fell off a climbing wall about 30 years ago. It split the […]
A torn Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) is known to have a lengthy recovery period. Traditionally viewed as an injury beyond natural repair, torn ACLs have been the bane of athletes for decades. However, a groundbreaking new study is challenging this long-held belief, revealing that the human knee may be more resilient than we’ve given it […]
Due to the nature of the sport, injuries in rugby are common. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or an enthusiastic amateur, the sudden twists and turns combined with knocks, tackles, and sprints, can lead to all kinds of injuries. The trouble with knee injuries in sport is that they can take a long time to […]
Chelsie Moult, 27 and a passionate marathon runner, recently underwent bilateral knee surgery after a serious horse-riding accident. I tore my right ACL and meniscus when I was 14. I was competing in show jumping at national and international level and the thought of taking a significant break from the horses put me off having […]
Stepping into a new chapter of life after a robotic knee replacement surgery is both exciting and challenging. One of the main questions patients have after the procedure is how they can safely and effectively return to their exercise routine. Robotic knee replacement doesn’t mean stopping exercise — in fact, physical activity is encouraged as […]