Overview A bunion, clinically referred to as hallux valgus, is a common orthopaedic condition affecting the foot’s metatarsophalangeal joint, which connects the big toe to the rest of the foot. The term…
Overview Chronic ankle instability is a clinical condition characterized by a persistent tendency for the outer side of the ankle to “give way” during various activities. This instability often develops…
Overview Flat foot, medically known as pes planus or “fallen arches,” is a common orthopaedic condition characterized by the partial or complete collapse of the medial longitudinal arch. In a…
Overview Plantar fasciitis is a common condition that serves as a primary cause of heel pain among the general population. It involves the plantar fascia, a thick, flat band of connective tissue…
Overview Iliotibial Band Syndrome (ITBS) is a common orthopaedic condition that primarily results in pain on the outer side of the knee. The iliotibial band is a thick, fibrous layer…
Overview The medial collateral ligament (MCL) is a vital structure located on the inner side of the knee joint. It is a flat, tough band of connective tissue that runs…
Overview The patella, commonly known as the kneecap, is a flat, triangular bone located at the front of the knee joint. It sits within a specialized groove at the end…
Overview Knee osteoarthritis is a common degenerative joint condition that primarily affects the articular cartilage. This cartilage serves as a smooth, thin lubricating layer that covers the ends of the…
Overview The meniscus is a specialised type of cartilaginous tissue located within the knee joint. Every knee contains two of these C-shaped structures: the medial meniscus on the inner side…
Overview An anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tear is a common orthopaedic condition involving the over-stretching or rupture of one of the primary stabilising ligaments within the knee joint. The ACL is a…
