How do you know if you tore your ACL?

How do you know if you tore your ACL?

What is the ACL? Your ACL is one of the major and most important ligaments in your knee, namely the anterior cruciate ligament. An ACL injury is a sprain or tear of the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL). The function of the ACL is to prevent your shinbone (tibia) from...
Preventing hip arthritis

Preventing hip arthritis

A Guide to Choosing an Orthopedic Surgeon in Kenya Finding an orthopedic surgeon in Kenya to perform your surgery can be one of the most important decisions you can make. Before physically preparing for surgery, you will need to prepare by selecting a hospital and an...
Pelvic Fractures

Pelvic Fractures

What is the pelvis? The pelvis is a butterfly-shaped group of bones at the base of the spine. It consists of the pubis, ilium, and ischium bones held together by tough ligaments to form a girdle of bones. With a hole in its center, the pelvis forms one major ring and...
Benefits of PRP Treatment

Benefits of PRP Treatment

Benefits of platelet-rich plasma (PRP) in healing orthopedic injuries Orthopedic injuries involved invasive procedures, complicated surgeries with lengthy hospital stays, and a long road to recovery. Today, technology and medical science make it possible to undergo a...
Recovering from Ankle Arthroscopy

Recovering from Ankle Arthroscopy

Ankle Arthroscopy in Kenya The ankle is a complex joint made up of three bones, interconnected with 4 major ligaments, making each ankle surgery unique. Because of this complex nature, ankles need ample time to recover. Most patients are able to return to their normal...
What can you do about stiff knee pain?

What can you do about stiff knee pain?

Understanding Knee Stiffness Our knees are stabilized by two pairs of ligaments: medial and lateral collateral ligaments and posterior and anterior cruciate ligaments. There are also two pieces of cartilage, called menisci, which act as a cushion to protect the bones....