New Approaches to Slipped Disc

Posted on 10/04/2015New Approaches to Slipped Disc

Prolapsed intervertebral disc in the low back, also called slipped disc or herniated disc is a fairly common problem affecting active individuals between the ages of 25 to 55. It usually occurs between the 4th and 5th lumbar vertebral and the firth lumbar and first sacral vertebra. ...



Artificial Knee Replacement

Posted on 10/04/2015Artificial Knee Replacement

For the properly selected patient, an artificial knee replacement, also known as total knee replacement, has been one of the greatest advancement in modern orthopaedic treatment. The procedure has been done for more than 20 years and has stood the test of time. ...



Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Posted on 10/04/2015Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Carpal tunnel syndrome is a common problem especially in middle aged women. The usual presentation is numbness and pain of the the thumb, index and middle fingers. The numbness may come on early in the morning waking the patient up. She has to get up to shake her hands before the numbness goes off. ...