Atlantic Bone and Joint Centre

17/04/2021

Some excellent information on hip arthritis, treatment, and recovery. Best of all, included towards the end is a video on exercise with arthritis!

Sometimes called "wear-and-tear arthritis," osteoarthritis is a common condition that many people develop as they age. When it occurs in the hip, it causes pain and stiffness and can make it hard to do even simple activities like bending over to tie your shoe. Because osteoarthritis gradually worsens over time, the sooner you start treatment, the more likely it is that you can lessen its impact on your life. Learn more on : https://bit.ly/2RutAlC

20/11/2020

Great information for those considering joint replacement in the near future

By planning ahead for your joint replacement procedure, you can help ensure a smooth surgery and recovery. This video will help you get started.

12/01/2019

Exercising with painful joints and arthritis is sometimes difficult. As a result, the inactivity and associated weight gain, make the discomfort and pain even worse in a vicious cycle. Here are some tips on how to improve pain during the earlier stage of arthritis:

Strengthening the muscles around your hip joint is key to keeping them strong and mobile with age.

25/09/2018

More and more, our elderly population suffers significant injury and complications from hip fractures. These are severe injuries to the frail, often with a very poor prognosis, due mainly due to their preexisting medical condition.
Please take care of our parents and elders, as they have cared for us in the past.
Prevention is better than cure.

03/08/2018

This is for all the parents of young athletes, especially those of school going children.

03/08/2018

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03/08/2018

How do I know if I have Tennis Elbow?

Tennis elbow, or lateral epicondylitis, as medical professionals term it, is a chronic symptomatic degeneration of the common extensor tendon attachment of the forearm at their origin around the outer aspect of the elbow.
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Do I have Tennis Elbow? 2nd August 2018GeneralEditor atlanticboneandjointcentre   What it Tennis Elbow?         Tennis elbow, or lateral epicondylitis, as medical professionals term it, is a chronic symptomatic degeneration of the common extensor tendon attachment of the forearm at their origin...

14/05/2018

The World Arthroplasty Congress is an annual event at which prominent joint replacement surgeons from around the planet meet, with a view to sharing expert knowledge and experience in the field of Arthroplasty (joint replacement surgery). Over the course of three days, 1100 delegates were able to exchange ideas on how to achieve the best result for their patients, and, familiarize themselves with current concepts on the cutting edge of joint surgery.
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All roads lead to Rome for World Arthroplasty Congress 2018 14th May 2018GeneralEditor atlanticboneandjointcentre After having recently returned from the World Arthroplasty Congress (WAC) 19-21 April 2018 in Rome, I am overwhelmed by the backlog of work I find patiently waiting at my desk, hence thi...

27/03/2018

Oh no! My Doctor is sending me to a Surgeon……

Being referred to a “Specialist” surgeon by a Trauma Doctor, or even your Family Doctor/ GP, can make one very anxious. Is this doctor going to operate on me? How bad is this problem, it must be really bad if my GP can’t handle it, right? Oh my gosh, my friends and family have been to see a surgeon, and they were not happy after they got “cut open……”. These are some of the thoughts that go through our minds when we need to see a specialist doctor.
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http://atlanticboneandjointcentre.co.za/blog/oh-no-my-doctor-is-sending-me-to-a-surgeon/

26/03/2018

Is it my back or my hips?

It is sometimes very difficult, even for doctors and clinicians, to differentiate between lower back/ spine problems, and hip joint problems, as a cause for a patient’s discomfort. Read full blog post: http://atlanticboneandjointcentre.co.za/blog/is-it-my-back-or-my-hips/

26/01/2018

Welcome to Atlantic Bone and Joint Centre. Our practice is based at Netcare Blaauwberg Hospital in Cape Town. Our team of professionals offers a wide variety of services in the field of orthopaedics, with a specialisation in the assessment and management of hip and knee problems, with a particular interest in hip and knee joint replacement procedures.

Visit our website for information: www.atlanticboneandjointcentre.co.za

Find an Orthopaedic Surgeon in Bloubergstrand, Cape Town. Dr Preyen Naidu is a specialist in Hip and Knee Joint Replacements.