Blog: Hip & Knee Orthopaedics Singapore

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Long-Term Effects of an ACL Injury Without ACL Tear Surgery or ACL Tear Treatment

If you’ve torn your ACL and aren’t sure whether surgery is the right choice, this article will help you understand your treatment options and what could happen if you decide against surgery for an ACL injury in your knee.Jump to:...

December 22, 2022

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What Are Common Ski Injuries, and How Can You Prevent Them?

Skiing is a high-risk sport, and any athlete—experienced or novice—should be wary when descending the snowy slopes. As a higher-risk sport, however popular it may be, it is essential to acknowledge the potential for danger and severe physical injuries. However,...

November 18, 2022

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The Health Benefits of Walking

Looking for a low-cost way to maintain weight and have a clearer mind? Try walking. With Singapore offering plenty of lush green spaces, be on your way to health with an activity that offers numerous health advantages to people of...

June 1, 2022

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How Swimming Can Help With Injury Recovery

When recovering from an injury or a surgical procedure, it's crucial to ease into sports activities with low-impact exercises. Swimming, particularly in the numerous serene pools in Singapore, is an excellent recovery exercise to consider for your rehabilitation program. These...

May 11, 2022

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Recovery and Rehabilitation after ACL Reconstruction

One of the most frequently asked questions is what is the recovery after ACL surgery, and how soon can patients walk. Today we will like to share our recommended rehabilitation protocol as well as some useful rehabilitation exercises for post-op...

April 21, 2022

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Journey of a Patient with a Bad Meniscus Tear in the Knee

Mr Z is a 42-year-old gentleman who presented with severe right knee pain after an accidental slip and fall at home, and landed onto the right side of his body. He waited for about one week before seeking medical attention....

April 14, 2022

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How to protect our back during strength training at the gym

Lower Back Pain (LBP) is a major public health issue globally, and according to data provided by the Global Burden of Diseases (GBD) study 2019, “the incidence and YLDs (years lived with disability) rate of LBP were slightly decreased from...

April 7, 2022

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Hip Flexor Strain – an overview of what you need to know

It’s in the middle of the night, and your hips are aching. They feel tight and stiff, and you need to stretch to feel a release. If this sounds familiar, you might be experiencing hip flexor strain.As the popular Shakira...

April 2, 2022