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Developmental hip dysplasia is a relatively common condition that is most often present at birth, with approximately one in every 600 girls and one in every 3000 boys affected.  Doctors will usually check babies for the condition until they are at least a year old but if there is no hip instability in infancy, developmental […]

The shoulder is a ball-and-socket joint that is highly flexible and gives you the mobility to complete daily activities and take part in sports or exercises. However, it can be susceptible to injuries too and one of them is the shoulder SLAP tear.    It is said that 25% of adults deal with shoulder pain […]

An anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury is one of the common sports-related injuries often seen in athletes who participate in high-impact sports such as football and basketball.  However, you do not have to be representing Team Singapore to be at risk of sustaining an ACL injury; putting excessive strain on the ligament due to direct […]

Experiencing knee issues such as swollen and stiff joints, pain, limping, and weakness? Chances are you are suffering from knee osteoarthritis, a common form of arthritis that typically develops due to natural wear and tear as you age. If you do decide to visit a knee specialist in Singapore for treatment, the biggest question on […]

Osteoarthritis is a common condition that develops as we age and often occurs in the weight-bearing joints. The hip, which is one of the body’s largest joints, helps you complete everyday activities such as bending over to put on your shoes, and even the simple act of walking.  Despite being a fairly common condition, hip […]

“Frozen shoulder” is a term most would have heard of yet this familiar condition comes with its fair share of myths surrounding it too.  But before delving deeper into these myths and debunking them, it is first important to understand what exactly a frozen shoulder is.  What is a frozen shoulder? Also known as adhesive […]