A total knee replacement is a common procedure used to treat those suffering from severe knee pain or arthritis. While the primary goal is to relieve pain and improve function, many people, especially athletes, wonder if they can return to their favourite sports after surgery. The good news is that with the right approach, it […]
When pain, swelling, and stiffness in the knee joint significantly restrict mobility and interfere with daily activities and sleep, a total knee replacement surgery may be the best solution to restore function and alleviate pain. After total knee replacement surgery, upon returning home from hospital, day to day chores may prove extra challenging in the […]
Hip replacement surgery involves either parts of, or all of, the total hip joint to be removed and replaced with an artificial implant. The surgeon attaches this implant to the bone with either a cemented or uncemented fixing. How long it takes for bone to grow into a hip replacement depends on many factors, but […]
Knee replacements are a very common procedure, carried out on over 100,000 patients across the UK every year, according to figures by NICE. While they produce excellent results, they are not designed to last forever. Here, we explore how long knee replacements last, the factors that influence their lifespan, and when revision surgery may be […]
For patients suffering from hip pain and mobility issues, a total hip arthroplasty (THA) may be recommended. Tens of thousands of patients undergo this common procedure each year in the UK, but does it really work? Here we’ll explore what a total hip arthroplasty is, what studies show in terms of its effectiveness, and whether […]
After a diagnosis of hip arthritis, Jane persisted with her active lifestyle, including running and her overseas charity work. But with symptoms worsening, she faced the inevitable – total hip replacement surgery. Determined to get back on her feet as soon as she could, she put her full trust in Mr Alazzawi to carry out […]
Keeping fit was always of the highest importance to Tim who’d never even set foot in a hospital. Being told that he’d need a total hip replacement came as a big shock. Here we discover how Tim is managing his recovery after total hip replacement surgery with Mr Alazzawi, and how he’s setting himself goals […]
Following a speedy and successful recovery from two hip replacement surgeries with Mr Alazzawi, Hilary, from Newlyn, is now looking forward to a summer of coastal walks and activities with her grandchildren. Here, she talks about her hip surgeries that have given this ‘Cornish girl’ a new lease of life. Hip arthritis leading up to […]
Living with chronic knee pain can be an excruciating experience, significantly limiting daily function and reducing quality of life. Medical imaging techniques such as X-rays, MRIs, and other scans play a crucial role in determining the severity of knee joint damage. Based on these assessments, Mr Sulaiman Alazzawi can advise whether a full or partial […]
A new US study has indicated that weight loss medications could reduce the risk of complications following a hip replacement. While it’s too early to recommend weight loss drugs as a preventative measure before hip surgery, these recent findings prove promising for patients. Read on to discover more about the potential complications of a hip […]
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