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Robotic Arm-Assisted Partial Knee Replacement Achieves Better Joint Balance Compared to Conventional Approaches

Knee, Mako Knee Replacement, Orthopaedic Research30th October 2026

During knee replacement surgery, orthopaedic surgeons use different approaches to quantify and balance soft-tissue tension in the joint. Why is soft-tissue balancing important? Traditionally, they have relied on a conventional jig-based sensor (which uses mechanical cutting guides called jigs, plus alignment rods and the surgeon’s skill) to assess whether or not the soft-tissue tension balance…

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Preparing for my Mako Total Knee Replacement

Mako Knee Replacement15th September 2026

If you are due to have Mako Total Knee Replacement surgery, this article explains how to prepare yourself in the weeks or months leading up to your operation. It offers general advice to help you optimise your physical wellbeing, prepare mentally and make small changes to your home environment that can support your recovery. Your…

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Improvement in Knee Pain After a Total Hip Replacement

Hip, Knee24th August 2026

Osteoarthritis of the hip often leads to pain in both the hip and knee joints. It’s not so surprising if you think about it, as the body is not comprised of separate components but, rather, it is an interconnected network of muscles, joints and bones. So, if one joint is damaged and causing discomfort, it…

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Managing Osteoarthritis with Non-surgical Options

Osteoarthritis9th July 2026

If you have been diagnosed with osteoarthritis there are many different things you can do to manage your symptoms. Some of these are simple lifestyle changes that you can make yourself, while others involve exploring the range of different treatment options that are available. In this blog, we will consider what osteoarthritis is and its…

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Evaluating Total Knee Replacements: Researchers Compare Wearable Sensors and Patient-Reported Outcome Measures

Joint Replacement, Knee20th June 2026

The way orthopaedic surgeons measure the effectiveness of total knee replacement surgery has, historically, been via a metric called the patient-reported outcome measure (PROM). What are patient-reported outcome measures? PROMs collect data directly from the patient using standardised questionnaires that measure how they feel and how well they are functioning after surgery. The questionnaires assess…

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When to Use RICE and When to Get Help

Sports Injury21st May 2026

RICE is a popular acronym that relates to the treatment of minor injuries. It stands for Rest, Ice, Compression and Elevation. It is a simple technique that you can use at home to reduce swelling, relieve pain and promote healing. In this blog we’ll look at when and how to use RICE and when you…

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Preparing for My Total Knee Replacement Surgery

Joint Replacement, Knee, Mako Knee Replacement, Osteoarthritis14th April 2026

A total knee replacement is a surgical procedure offered to people with severe knee pain and loss of mobility. This may be due to a serious injury, such as a fracture, or most commonly because of a degenerative condition like osteoarthritis. It involves removing the damaged knee joint and replacing it with a prosthetic (artificial)…

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Advice for Athletes: Getting Back on Track After Injury

Sports Injury25th March 2026

Whether you’re an amateur or professional, sustaining a sporting injury can leave you struggling to get back on track. In this article, we’ll look at some commonly-occurring sports injuries and consider what you can do to ensure you make a good recovery. Common sporting injuries Sporting injuries are any types of injury associated with physical…

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Knee Replacement Vs Mako Knee Replacement

Joint Replacement, Knee, Mako Knee Replacement11th February 2026

Knee replacement surgery (also called arthroplasty) is offered to people with severe knee pain due to osteoarthritis or other conditions that affect the knee joint such as rheumatoid arthritis, gout, a knee injury or knee deformity. It is a routine and highly effective procedure that entails removing the damaged joint and replacing it with a…

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Take Action on Joint Pain in 2026: The Options

Joint Replacement, Osteoarthritis8th January 2026

Happy New Year… or maybe it isn’t. Because, if you’re living with chronic joint pain, this can impact your quality of life, taking a toll on both your physical and emotional wellbeing. The cold winter months can be particularly tough. If you’re experiencing joint pain, deciding to take action could be one of the best…

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