COVID-19 comes with a silver lining – many of us are getting back in touch with nature and leading healthier lifestyles through exercise. But this also increases the likelihood of injuries.
Thinking of deferring orthopaedic treatment due to COVID-19? Find out how to manage your condition in the meantime, and when you should seek immediate medical attention.
For osteoporosis patients, a minor fall or even mild stresses such as bending over can cause a fracture. Find out if you’re at risk and what to do if you suffer from osteoporosis.
We’re spending more time outdoors and getting more involved in sports, but they do come along with risks. Discover how you can minimise injuries without compromising fun.
Fall-proof your home and reduce the risk of fractures among the elderly.
Not sure if you’ve sustained a strain, sprain or fracture? Learn how to identify the difference among the three so you can provide the right treatment.
Due to the demands of dancing, it is no surprise that more than half of the injuries dancers sustain are to the foot and ankle.
Falls and accidents are part of growing up, but they can get serious. This makes it crucial that parents know how to spot the signs of a fracture and seek medical attention early.
Does your child’s walk and movement seem uncomfortable or unusual? Here are 4 orthopaedic conditions in children to be aware of.
While keeping active is healthy, Dr Andrew Dutton cautions against overdoing it and explains how to deal with exercise-related overuse injuries.
37.3 million falls severe enough to require medical attention occur every year. If your family member falls, what should you do?
E-scooters are on the rise in Singapore, and so are scooter-related accidents. Here’s what riders and pedestrians should know about e-scooter use and dealing with injuries.
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