Mole Checking
What are moles? Moles are harmless (benign) but malignant melanoma is a type of skin cancer which can arise from a mole or just appear. The clues that a spot on the skin might be cancerous include changes in the size, shape and colour. When should you be concerned about a mole? Monitoring your moles […]
What is Cartilage Regeneration?
Cartilage regeneration has a long clinical history that is aimed at restoring cartilage in the area where it was damaged or lost. The loss or damage of cartilage causes inflammation in the joints due to the pressure being unloaded on the underlying bone. Negligence could even result to damage on cartilages close to that area […]
Lipogems
Lipogems is a game changing regenerative medicine therapy that can be used to treat a wide range of orthopaedic conditions. Fat tissue is taken from your own body and transformed into an injectable substance that has unique and remarkable healing properties. Download the patient brochure
Platelet Rich Plasma – Injection Therapy
Platelet rich plasma (PRP) is an innovative treatment in sports and orthopaedic medicine which uses your own blood for healing muscle, tendon and ligament injuries. The concentrated platelets found in PRP contain growth factors that are vital to initiate and accelerate tissue repair and regeneration. Benefits of Platelet rich plasma (PRP) If you are suffering […]
What is Meniscus?
Meniscus a C-shaped piece of hard cartilage found inside the knee joint between the femur & tibia. It works as shock absorbant, reducing pressure to the cartilage and the bone in the joint. If torn it can cause severe sharp pain in the knee and may result in swelling and stiffness in the joint blocking […]
Breast cancer in men
Breast cancer is very rare in men with the diagnosis and treatment being exactly the same as that for women. What causes breast cancer in men? Although breast cancer is very rare in men under 60, it is most common in men who have had several close members of their family, diagnosed with breast cancer: […]
What is mastalgia?
Mastalgia is a medical term for breast pain and is rarely a symptom of a serious disease, however can be debilitating and cause anxiety. The key step in management of breast pain is accurate diagnosis as sometimes neck, muscle and chest wall problems can present a pain in the breast. Mastalgia occurs in two-thirds of […]
Breast cancer treatment options
The treatment for breast cancer is tailored to each individual as much as possible, so there really isn’t any such thing as an “average” treatment. There are, however, four basic types of treatment to consider: surgery, radiotherapy, endocrine treatment (such as tamoxifen or other, similar, tablets) and chemotherapy. Surgery For many people with breast cancer […]
Types of breast cancer surgery
Surgery may be a suitable option if you suffer from breast cancer. The surgery you undergo will depend on various factors, such as: location of the cancer in your breast the stage and grade of your cancer your general health Breast conserving surgery Breast conserving surgery aims to remove the cancer with a rim of […]
How to look after your breasts
Being aware of your breasts is an important aspect for women to care for their bodies. Familiarity with their breasts means women will be aware of normal changes. More importantly they will notice anything unusual. Regular self-examination helps ensure any changes are noticed early. Basis of breast awareness Knowing what is normal and abnormal Noticing any changes in […]