For many years now, we’ve made it a practice to look back over the year as it draws to a close and recognise the milestones and achievements of the last 12 months. It helps us to continue to strive forward using our past experiences as a guide. So, here is our review of 2022 and…
The end of the year is when we like to pause and reflect on the last 12 months and the patients we’ve helped to reclaim their quality of life.
Mako joint replacement surgery is now offered by many of the leading orthopaedic surgeons around the world, including Carrothers Orthopaedics. In this article we will explain what it is and why it is growing in popularity.
Osteoarthritis affects around 18% of women and 10% of men over the age of 60. It is the most common joint disease worldwide. In the UK, according to the National Institute of Health and Clinical Excellence (NICE), around 8.75 million people over the age of 45 have sought treatment for osteoarthritis.
There has been increased interest in non-surgical treatments for osteoarthritis in recent years. One of the reasons for this is the Covid-19 pandemic, which resulted in disruption to normal treatment for osteoarthritis and patients experiencing longer delays for joint replacement surgery.
As more and more patients hear about the benefits of Mako robotic arm-assisted surgery for joint replacements, orthopaedic surgeon, Andrew Carrothers, is increasingly being asked about the concepts of this surgery. Many people want to know what Mako is and whether it’s suitable for them. This article explains who might be offered Mako surgery and…
It’s easy to see why cycling is one of the most popular forms of exercise. There’s nothing quite like heading off on your bike with the wind in your hair and an ever-changing vista ahead of you. As well as being good for your mental health, cycling is a great form of exercise that can…
A small number of orthopaedic surgeons in the UK are now using Mako robotic arm assisted technology to perform hip and knee replacements. Andrew Carrothers is one of them.
Recent advances in surgery and medical technologies mean that some patients are now able to have partial knee replacement surgery with less than a 24-hour hospital stay. If you are having a total knee replacement or if you are at risk of developing complications, you may need to stay in hospital one or two nights…
If you are experiencing severe joint pain due to a degenerative condition like osteoarthritis or a serious injury, joint replacement surgery can be life-changing. It involves removing the diseased bone and damaged cartilage in the affected joint and replacing them with prosthetic implants designed to replicate the movement of your natural joint. Joint replacement offers…