Does Running Increase The Risk of Osteoarthritis?
Nick London looks at new research which confirms a position he has held throughout his career.
Partial Proportions: Why The Huge Variation in Partial Knee Replacements Across the UK?
According to the latest data, of all the knee replacements carried out at the Harrogate and District Foundation Trust, 32% are partial knee replacements. Yet across Yorkshire and the North East as a whole, the proportion is just 7.2%. So why are some NHS trusts performing so many more partial knee replacements than others? Nick London explains.
Can a ‘shoe’ alleviate osteoarthritis pain?
Jim Newman looks at a new device that could benefit osteoarthritis patients who do not want or cannot have knee surgery.
Why We Need to Bring the Wait for Knee Replacement Below 6 Months
A recent study highlighted just how grave the consequences of delayed hip and knee replacements can be for patient quality of life. Jim Newman looks at the real-world impact of long waiting lists.
Total Knee Replacements: Are We Being Over-Cautious About Recommended Activity Levels?
The conventional wisdom has it that the more active a patient is, the faster they’ll wear out their knee replacement. It certainly seems a reasonable assumption. Yet a new article published in The Knee suggests that a high level of physical activity does not increase the risk of revision surgery. Jim Newman looks at the impact of the research.
Which Supplements Can Really Help Your Joint Pain?
Another day, another set of tabloid stories recommending a new food or supplement that can help ease your joint pain. But do any of them really work? Jim Newman explains why the answer could be ‘no’ and ‘yes’ at the same time.
Zimmer Biomet NexGen Knee Implant Withdrawal: Should You Be Worried?
Jim Newman looks at the data behind the withdrawal of the NexGen knee implant.
Do Cortisone Injections Make Your Arthritis Worse?
A new University of California study finds cortisone injections are associated with progression of osteoarthritis in the knee. So where does that leave us? Jim Newman explains.
Ibuprofen and Knee Pain: What’s the Truth?
A new University of California study suggests ibuprofen and similar drugs can make the pain of osteoarthritis worse. Yorkshire Knee Clinic’s Jim Newman considers what that means for osteoarthritis sufferers.
“Beg, Borrow or Steal” for Private Knee Surgery? Why It’s The Wrong Message For Patients
There’s a discussion to be had about NHS waiting lists, but this is a message that “makes me uncomfortable” says Dave Duffy.
Why Does My Knee Hurt When Driving?
What’s the cause of knee pain when driving? And what can you do about it? Dave Duffy explains.
Nick London steps back from NHS clinical care
After 32 years in the NHS, Nick London has stepped back from clinical duties at Harrogate District Hospital, although he will be continuing his research work with the NHS. He remains a specialist knee surgeon with Yorkshire Knee Clinic. Here, he explains the reasons for his decision.