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Will My Knee Surgery Be Cheaper in Romania?
Private knee surgery can be cheaper overseas, but the risks could outweigh the benefits. Yorkshire Knee Clinic’s Dave Duffy explains.
Robot-assisted knee replacement costs
If we are to charge patients significantly more for robot assisted knee replacements, surely we need to establish their value first, argues Prof Nick London.
The discovery that wasn’t and the ligament that (possibly) isn’t
The discovery that wasn’t and the knee ligament that (possibly) isn’t. Prof Nick London explores the history of the anterolateral ligament.
Reflecting on the Persona Partial Knee Masterclass
Nick London looks back at the latest partial knee replacement skills enhancement masterclass in Birmingham.
Cloudy with A Chance of Pain?
Yorkshire Knee Clinic’s Prof Nick London reflects on Manchester University’s study of how atmospheric conditions affect knee pain.
How do you measure the value of a knee surgeon?
Changes to PROMS mean that, for the first time, knee surgeons can see their performance on the National Joint Registry. Dave Duffy explains why that matters.
Knee Replacement – How Long Will My Knee Be Sore Afterwards?
Knee replacement can transform lives, but Yorkshire Knee Clinic’s Dave Duffy believes we need an honest conversation about full recovery times.
Does glucosamine work?
Glucosamine and chondroitin are claimed to reduce osteoarthritis pain and protect cartilage. But do they? Yorkshire Knee Clinic’s Jim Newman explains.
Same Day Perceptions
Yorkshire Knee Clinic’s Jim Newman asks whether patient perceptions about same day knee replacement in the US are likely to become expectations in the UK.
Is Wearable Tech the Future for Patient Recovery?
Yorkshire Knee Clinic’s Jim Newman explores how wearable tech is helping knee surgeons understand one mystery of patient recovery.
The Problem with Runner’s Knee
Yorkshire Knee Clinic explains why runner’s knee (or CMP) can be a frustratingly vague diagnosis.
Rheumatoid Arthritis: Is A Knee Replacement the Solution?
Knee replacements were once commonplace in cases of rheumatoid arthritis. So why no longer? Yorkshire Knee Clinic’s Jim Newman explains.
What Causes Arthritis?
Yorkshire Knee Clinic’s Jim Newman explains the causes of arthritis, and why knee replacement remains the current best treatment option for osteoarthritis.
Obesity and operative risk: what’s the story?
If obesity is such a risk factor for your knee operation, why does more and more research suggest it isn’t? Yorkshire Knee Clinic’s Jim Newman investigates.
Meniscal root tears: to treat or not to treat?
Meniscal root tears are delicate, complex procedures. Yorkshire Knee Clinic’s Jim Newman explains why your best chance of treatment is with a knee specialist.
Will Osteoporosis Affect My Knee Replacement?
If you have osteoporosis can you have a knee replacement? If so, how will it affect the way your knee surgeon operates? YKC’s Dave Duffy explains.
In Support of Couch to 5k
‘Couch to 5k’: knee specialist Dave Duffy argues the orthopaedic community could have been quicker to support it through injury prevention.
Young athletes and ligament injury
Under 18 with a ligament injury? A longer layoff from sport now could protect your knee in the future. Knee surgeon Dave Duffy explains.
Award winning infection reduction
Yorkshire Knee Clinic’s Dave Duffy is lead clinician in Harrogate for a programme driving improvements for knee replacement patients. Find out more.
The power of group (physio)therapy
Recovering from knee injury? Yorkshire Knee Clinic knee specialist Dave Duffy explores why group physiotherapy may be beneficial for some patients.
Same Day, Wrong Focus?
Yorkshire Knee Clinic’s Dave Duffy explains why the drive towards same day knee replacement is the wrong response to the wrong challenge.
Meniscal Tears and Osteoarthritis – Do You Need Surgery?
If you tear your meniscus and have osteoarthritis, do you need surgery? Yorkshire Knee Clinic knee surgeons have been part of a project to clarify. Read more.
The problem with the Daily Mail’s ‘failing implants’ article
Prof Nick London reflects on the one crucial element missing from the recent Daily Mail #KneeImplant article: context.
Done in a day?
Same day knee replacement is becoming increasingly common. Is it safe? And is it something Yorkshire Knee Clinic offers? Prof. Nick London explores the issues.
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