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Patella tracking The patella is the medical term for kneecap. It can shift out of place if there is a muscle imbalance in the thigh muscles, or if there is an direct impact trauma. Symptoms can range from mild ache to severe pain in the front of the knee, especially when bending and straightening the [...]

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FIFA World Cup Football 2010

With the FIFA World Cup Football 2010 in full swing is exciting football fans the world over! Aches and pains are extremely common in any sport. The top 5 most common football injuries too look out for are: – Hamstring Strain – Ankle sprain – Knee Cartilage Tear / Knee Pain – Hernia – Ligament [...]

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Osteopath Says

Tuesday, March 6th, 2012

Total Knee Replacement Proof Is ‘Lacking’

More research is required on the long-term safety, patient satisfaction and effectiveness of total knee replacements. The majority of knee replacements are for patients with osteoarthritis. The operation replaces arthritic damaged knee joints, with an artificial joint. An article published in the Lancet stated the implants had “proliferated” without full testing. The UK regulator said [...]