Dr Anne Maina Orthopaedic Surgeon

Dr Anne Maina Orthopaedic Surgeon Dr. Maina is a general orthopaedic surgeon with a special interest in sports medicine and arthroplas

Understanding how corticosteroids work and their role in treating sports-related orthopaedic injuries empowers you to ha...
08/08/2025

Understanding how corticosteroids work and their role in treating sports-related orthopaedic injuries empowers you to have informed conversations about your care.

If you have a sports-related orthopaedic injury, speak to your doctor or contact us for a consultation at https://sportsorthopaedics.co.za/.

While helpful for managing immediate symptoms, corticosteroids are usually not intended as a long-term solution for most...
07/08/2025

While helpful for managing immediate symptoms, corticosteroids are usually not intended as a long-term solution for most sports-related orthopaedic injuries. If you have a sports-related orthopaedic injury, speak to your doctor or contact us for a consultation at https://sportsorthopaedics.co.za/.

Corticosteroids are often one piece of the recovery puzzle for sports injuries. Rest, rehab, and other therapies are als...
06/08/2025

Corticosteroids are often one piece of the recovery puzzle for sports injuries. Rest, rehab, and other therapies are also vital. If you have a sports-related orthopaedic injury, speak to your doctor or contact us for a consultation at https://sportsorthopaedics.co.za/.

Like all medications, corticosteroids have potential benefits in reducing pain and inflammation, but also possible side ...
04/08/2025

Like all medications, corticosteroids have potential benefits in reducing pain and inflammation, but also possible side effects. Discussing these with your doctor is crucial. If you have a sports-related orthopaedic injury, speak to your doctor or contact us for a consultation at https://sportsorthopaedics.co.za/.

It's helpful to understand that corticosteroids are different from common over-the-counter pain relievers like NSAIDs (n...
01/08/2025

It's helpful to understand that corticosteroids are different from common over-the-counter pain relievers like NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs). While both can reduce pain and inflammation, corticosteroids are generally more potent and have different potential side effects and uses. If you have a sports-related orthopaedic injury, speak to your doctor or contact us for a consultation at https://sportsorthopaedics.co.za/.

Corticosteroids might be considered by your doctor for sports injuries involving significant inflammation and pain that ...
31/07/2025

Corticosteroids might be considered by your doctor for sports injuries involving significant inflammation and pain that are impacting function. Examples include certain tendonitis, bursitis, or joint sprains. The decision depends on the specific injury and your overall health. If you have a sports-related orthopaedic injury, speak to your doctor or contact us for a consultation at https://sportsorthopaedics.co.za/.

Inflammation is a natural healing response, but too much can cause pain and delay recovery from injuries. Corticosteroid...
29/07/2025

Inflammation is a natural healing response, but too much can cause pain and delay recovery from injuries. Corticosteroids can help dial down this response. If you have a sports-related orthopaedic injury, speak to your doctor or contact us for a consultation at https://sportsorthopaedics.co.za/.

Did you know that "steroids" in orthopaedics often refers to corticosteroids, powerful anti-inflammatories, not the perf...
28/07/2025

Did you know that "steroids" in orthopaedics often refers to corticosteroids, powerful anti-inflammatories, not the performance-enhancing kind? They can help manage the body's response to injury.

If you have a sports-related orthopaedic injury, speak to your doctor or contact us for a consultation at https://sportsorthopaedics.co.za/.

On Mandela Day, we commit to rebuilding. As an orthopaedic surgeon rebuilds bone, we can rebuild our communities. Dedica...
18/07/2025

On Mandela Day, we commit to rebuilding. As an orthopaedic surgeon rebuilds bone, we can rebuild our communities. Dedicate 67 minutes to a cause, connect with fellow citizens, and help us stand tall, together, as one South Africa.

Just as a skeleton connects our body, community service connects our nation. This Mandela Day, 18 July 2025, let's bridg...
16/07/2025

Just as a skeleton connects our body, community service connects our nation. This Mandela Day, 18 July 2025, let's bridge divides. Your 67 minutes, no matter how small, can mend social fractures & foster a stronger, more united South Africa.

Mandela Day reminds us: healing isn't just medical, it's communal. Orthopaedic surgeons restore movement; community effo...
14/07/2025

Mandela Day reminds us: healing isn't just medical, it's communal. Orthopaedic surgeons restore movement; community efforts restore hope. This Friday, 18 July, let's connect, give 67 minutes, and strengthen our nation, one selfless act at a time.

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Suite 1 Medical Centre 1, Life Robinson Private Hospital, Hospital Road
Randfontein
1759

Opening Hours

Monday 07:00 - 16:00
Tuesday 07:00 - 16:00
Wednesday 07:00 - 16:00
Thursday 07:00 - 16:00
Friday 07:00 - 12:00

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+27112788758

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