Artificial Intelligence (AI) is being used in a variety of ways across many industries including retail and eCommerce, finance, manufacturing, and notably, medicine and healthcare. As an orthopaedic surgeon, I am excited by the new… Read More »AI in Orthopaedics
I approached my surgery two years ago very much like I would go about planning a holiday. I wrote a list of what to bring, I arranged a lift to and from the hospital, I… Read More »10 post-surgery recovery tips blog
Below is a step by step guide of what to expect before, during and after knee replacement surgery. Firstly this blog comes with a caveat – that there is no precise timeline when it comes… Read More »Knee Replacement Surgery Timeline
Often when someone has orthopaedic surgery planned, they will have been told that they need to strength train before surgery. This is common for knee surgery, including a knee replacement, ACL reconstruction or meniscal surgery.
Mr Asopa’s patient tells us about his knee surgery, recovery process, and going on a much-anticipated ski trip.
What is ODEP?The Orthopaedic Data Evaluation Panel (ODEP) was set up in 2002. It is made up of clinical and non-clinical experts who collectively provide ratings on the strength of evidence supporting the performance of… Read More »What is ODEP? | Orthopaedic Opinions Blog | Mr Vipin Asopa
“Clinical diagnosis of osteoarthritis can be made in those over the age of 45 who have activity-related pain and no morning stiffness or stiffness that lasts no longer than 30 minutes. Diagnosis does not need… Read More »NICE guidelines on osteoarthritis | Orthopaedic Opinions Blog | Mr Vipin Asopa
Orthopaedic surgeons are dedicated medical professionals specialising in the diagnosis and treatment of a wide range of issues concerning our musculoskeletal system. This includes bones, joints, ligaments, tendons, and muscles. This blog explores the diverse… Read More »Orthopaedic Surgery and Physiotherapy
Before you start out on that run, could stopping to consider running injuries be the logical next step here? In any circumstance, including running, we will often wait until we notice pain or sustain an… Read More »Running Injuries | Orthopaedic Opinions Blog | Mr Vipin Asopa