What is a Heel Spur? The heel bone (known as the calcaneus) is the largest bone in the foot and performs crucial functions in our everyday life. The bone is anatomically structured to bear the weight of our body and optimised to evenly distribute that weight when walking/running, on either even or uneven surfaces.   Some patients can develop small bone...

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...

Elephantiasis: Legs Enlargement Due to Swelling of Tissue The lymphatic system in our bodies is an intricate collection of muscles and tissue. The primary functions of the system are to ensure efficient waste management as well as facilitate the transfer of nutrients and fluids through the body. It is extremely important for the regular functioning of our immune system. Blockage...

What is Haglund’s Deformity? Our feet bear the weight of the body and facilitate the transfer of power from our lower legs. The ligaments, tendons and bones in our feet all serve crucial roles that allow for complex movements like standing, walking, running and jumping. Haglund’s deformity is most commonly formed from abnormalities in the bone and soft tissues in...

Skier's Thumb: Injury & Damage of the Ligaments Our thumbs are true marvels of nature. As humans, we have opposable thumbs that allow for complex movements like gripping and holding items. Damage to the ligaments which hold the thumb in place can lead to instability and pain in the thumb. This condition is often referred to as a skier's thumb, because of...

Tendonitis: Tendon Inflammation Our hands are complex structures made of bone, joints, muscles and tendons. Together they facilitate the transfer of power to the hand and the palm allowing for stretching and bending the hand. Overloading of the tendons and the tendon sheaths can lead to pain and burning sensation in the forearm. This condition is referred to as tendonitis....

Thumb Joint Pain: Damage or Degeneration of the Thumb Joint The thumb joint is one of the most crucial joints in our hand and is responsible for a wide range of functions. From lifting, gripping, grabbing, pushing and most other hand movements, this joint is essential to almost all of our tasks in everyday life. Damage or degeneration of the...

Mouse Arm: Muscles and Tendons in the Arm Degeneration Our hands are complex structures made of bone, joints, muscles and tendons. Together they facilitate the transfer of power to the hand and the palm allowing for stretching and bending the hand. Overloading of the connective tissue and the tendons from using a computer or mouse for prolonged periods of time...