How does rhizarthritis develop?   In the majority of cases, this condition affects the thumb, in particular, the area at the base of the thumb, just near the wrist. When the thumb is in a healthy state, the surfaces of the joint are covered in smooth cartilage, which is lubricated by a fluid known as synovial fluid. When your thumb joint is...

What is arthritis in the knee? Arthritis in the knee or knee osteoarthritis is a condition of wear and tear of the knee joint cartilage over a long period of time. It affects 20-40% of people over the age of 60 who experience knee pain. However, ageing is not the only cause of this condition. The degree of degeneration of the...

Ankle Arthritis: Ankle Joint Pain, Swelling, Deformity, & Instability The ankle is a complex structure that carries the body’s weight. The joint and the ligament connections facilitate movement and are crucial for daily activities like walking, running and jumping. Trauma from accidents or sports-related injuries can lead to the development of ankle arthritis. A patient suffering from this condition will...

Shoulder Osteoarthritis: Omarthrosis The shoulder joint connects our shoulder blade to the upper arm bone, the humerus. Bending and stretching of the joint allows us to move our arms, lift and carry objects alongside other complex movements. Long term wear and tear of the shoulder joint can result in the degenerative disease known as (shoulder osteoarthritis). A patient suffering from...

Hallux Rigidus: Big Toe Joint Disorder Our feet provide a strong foundation and support daily movements like walking, running and jumping. Long term wear and tear can lead to arthritis in the big toe joint. This is often referred to as Hallux Rigidus. A patient suffering from this condition experiences pain in the big toe region under any external stress and...

What is Hip Arthritis (Osteoarthritis/ Coxarthroses)? Long Term Degeneration of the Hip Joint The hip joint connects our pelvis to the upper femur (upper leg bone). This joint facilitates the transfer of power from the upper body to the lower body, which allows for movement. Long term degeneration of the hip joint can lead to hip osteoarthritis or coxarthrosis.  In mild...

Spondyloarthrosis: Joint Disease of the Vertebral Column The vertebral column is a complex structure in our back, which consists of approximately 33 bones, called the vertebrae. It holds and protects the sensitive spinal cord and nerve endings located in our back. The vertebral column is crucial for maintaining good posture and facilitating movement. Wear and tear of the cartilage within...

Wrist Osteoarthritis: Pain, Swelling & Restricted Mobility of the Wrist Joint The wrist joint is a complex structure that connects our hand to the forearm bone. It facilitates the transfer of power from the forearm muscles and allows us to perform complex movements like writing, gripping and lifting. Wrist osteoarthritis is a degenerative disease of the wrist joint. A patient...