Expert orthopaedic surgeons such as Dr Sunner work across a wide range of musculoskeletal issues including some largely unknown yet common conditions. Although some of these conditions may be common the approach to which it is dealt with is unique to every patient. Below we have explained...
Insomnia and disrupted sleep may not just make you feel rotten the next day. Scientists have found that they may be a previously unrecognised cause of bone loss. Researchers at the University of Colorado have just published a new study that found healthy men had lower...
Throughout history, humans have also attempted to repair and correct broken or deformed bones. The term orthopaedics was coined in 1741 by Nicolas Andry, when he wrote a book on correcting childhood deformities. The front of this book had an image of a bent tree that...
Across Western Orthopaedics’ six clinics, orthopaedic surgeon and specialist Dr Pavitar Sunner implements the latest in premier technology when performing Computer Assisted Robotic Surgery. Dr Sunner is able to greatly improve his patient’s surgical outcomes by utilising these advanced methods of surgical execution. What is Computer...
Whilst it’s completely normal that you will experience some discomfort after your surgery, Dr. Sunner and his staff work on making sure you receive the proper care for your recovery pain. Post-surgery, Dr. Sunner and the Western Orthopaedics team will discuss the type of pain that...
An ACL injury refers to the tearing of a major ligament in your knee. The ACL, along with other ligaments, keeps your knee and leg bones in place when you walk or run. An untreated ACL tear may lead to serious knee instability, recurring injury,...
Returning to an exercise routine after surgery is no easy journey. With prolonged bed rest after surgery, you may lose substantial muscle mass and strength. Non-impact sports, such as cycling are highly recommended when gradually exercising in due time, and It’s important to ease into these...
Often no matter how much you can prepare, sometimes sports injuries are unavoidable. As summer hits and outdoor activities begin, remember to take some measures to ensure that you don’t over-do your fun in the sun. Here are some tips to prevent injury in sports: ...
Planning your surgery can be a daunting process. Your current pain threshold may also make it more difficult to concentrate and think about after surgery plans. Your surgeon should discuss your surgery and recovery in depth, but it also never hurts to ask questions that may...
As we go about our busy days an occasional strain or sprain isn’t uncommon. It is however common to confuse our symptoms of a pulled muscle or a tight pain, between a sprain or a strain. To treat the ailment correctly, it’s firstly important to...
