Knee Deep with Dr Stables! The My Knee Doc Podcast

Welcome to our podcast, where today we're tackling a challenge faced by many active individuals: Anterior Cruciate Ligament, or ACL, injuries. For years, autografts were the primary solution, but now, a modern and scientifically-backed alternative is gaining prominence: the Jewel ACL synthetic graft. Developed by Xiros, this advanced polyester implant is designed to overcome limitations of traditi...

Ever heard "running is bad for your knees"? Join specialist knee surgeon Mr. Gareth Stables of My Knee Doc as he debunks this common myth! Learn the real factors influencing your hip and knee arthritis risk, from age and weight to past injuries and genetics. Discover why recreational running can actually be beneficial and get practical advice for staying active and pain-free in our beautiful local...

This episode from My Knee Doc explores the connection between menopause and musculoskeletal pain. It explains how hormonal changes during menopause, particularly the decrease in estrogen, can significantly impact bone and joint health. The discussion covers: Bone Density: Estrogen plays a vital role in maintaining bone density. Its decline during menopause can lead to bone loss and increase the ri...

As a knee surgeon, I see many people suffering with knee arthritis. I understand the concerns and fears of patients who are suffering from knee osteoarthritis...in this podcast, I would like to provide you with some information on how to prevent or delay the progression of knee osteoarthritis and reduce the stress on your knee joint...

Suffering from knee osteoarthritis and carrying extra weight? New research published in the prestigious New England Journal of Medicine (NEJM) offers a glimmer of hope. The study investigated the potential of Semaglutide, a medication already used for type 2 diabetes, in managing both weight and knee pain in individuals with obesity...find out more in our deep dive...

Artificial turf pitches have gained popularity in various sports, offering improved durability and weather resistance compared to natural grass. However, concerns have been raised about the relationship between artificial turf and an increased risk of anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries. In this podcast, we’ll delve into the scientific evidence surrounding the impact of 3G and 4G artificial...

Arthrosamid® is a new treatment for knee osteoarthritis, offering a non-surgical alternative to steroid injections or knee replacement. This minimally invasive procedure involves injecting a hydrogel, Arthrosamid®, into the knee joint, which acts as a cushion and reduces pain. Learn more in our latest episode...

Why Does Your Knee Keep Giving Way? As a Consultant Orthopaedic and Knee Surgeon I treat many patients with difficult knee problems. A common problem that affects many of my patients is the feeling of their knee “giving way”. This often happens unexpectedly and can be painful, although sometimes it is not. It causes instability and can affect everyday life, they lose confidence in their knee and i...

Getting a good night’s sleep can help you feel better, make better decisions, be more productive at work, have more quality time with your family and improve your general health. If you could avoid a trip to your doctors, or avoid the need for surgery, just by sleeping with a pillow between your legs, then for some people it would be worth trying. However not all knee pillows are created equal so...

How do steroid injections work for knee pain? If your knee joints are very painful and inflamed, or you need extra pain-relief, you may be offered a steroid injection to treat your knee pain. The steroid injection can reduce the inflammation in your joint which in turn should reduce your knee pain. Steroid injections can’t treat the underlying cause of your condition, but they can treat the sympto...

What YOU should ask YOUR specialist before deciding on what treatment to have. Top tips from Knee Surgeon - Mr Gareth Stables to help you get the most out of your consultation.

The latest non-surgical treatments for Osteoarthritis Replacing worn-out bone and cartilage from your knee, with metal and plastic is still a major operation. It almost always requires a hospital stay and months of rehabilitation and therapy for you to regain motion, strength, and the ability to do daily activities. For very active people, these procedures often mean being less active than you wou...

6 tips to keep you exercising (or to help you get started) Here at My Knee Doc we are firm believers in the old adage that “prevention is better than cure”. Whilst we can’t always turn back the hands of time and undo the consequences of a life lived to the full, there is now a large body of evidence confirming that exercise can and does help many people manage their knee problems. We know that peo...

How do you know if your knee injury is serious? Knee injuries are among the most common injuries in sports. With many more people taking part in exercise we are seeing more people coming to the clinic with problems. Fortunately, for most of the patients I see in my clinic, their knee injuries do not require surgery. If you suffer a knee injury, what are the signs your knee injury is serious? Is it...

Paying for your treatment? Why going private could help you and also help others. So what are your options if you’re suffering from knee arthritis, a torn cartilage, or if you’ve suffered a knee injury? Who makes the choices about when you see a specialist? Who do you see about your knee problem? Where you are seen? And, perhaps most importantly, what treatments are available to you? Find out more...

Here at My Knee Doc we are firm believers in the old adage that “prevention is better than cure”.We understand that it can be difficult to start exercising when your knee is painful and we understand that people can be worried that they are “doing more damage” to their joints. That’s why we believe that getting the right diagnosis early will help many people get the right advice and treatment and...

ACL injuries - The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is one of your most important knee ligaments. It helps keep your joint stable during activities that involve twisting, turning or side-stepping...Find out more about how to diagnose and treat ACL injuries with Specialist Knee Surgeon - Mr Gareth Stables www.mykneedoc.co.uk

Do All Cartilage Tears Need Surgery? - Find out more about what your MRI results actually mean...Specialist knee Surgeon Mr Gareth Stables answers your questions

TOP 5 TIPS FOR STAYING HEALTHY IN LOCKDOWN - Well, we’ve made it through the first lockdown... How was it for you? I don’t know about you, but going into lockdown part 2 , I'm certainly feeling anxious about having to deal with so many concerns all at once (such as high-risk family members, work commitments, paying bills and staying healthy). But having come through the first lockdown and reflecte...

KNEE REPLACEMENT SURGERY -– What's it all about? What are the risks? What are the benefits? CALCULATE YOUR PERSONAL RISK AND BENEFIT SCORE - Find out more from your host specialist Knee Surgeon - Mr Gareth Stables... Link - https://jointcalc.shef.ac.uk/ Link - www.mykneedoc.co.uk

KNEE Replacement -– Who's it for? Who's it not for? Find out more from your host specialist Knee Surgeon - Mr Gareth Stables...

TOP 5 TIPS TO STOP KNEE PAIN - – Your knee joint is the largest joint in your body, your knee takes a lot of load through it, even just doing everyday things like walking up and downstairs, bending to load the washing machine or kneeling to put on your shoes. Not surprisingly, knee pain is a common complaint among people of all ages Here’s a look at 5 of the best things you can do to avoid knee pa...

WHAT CAUSES KNEE PAIN? - – Knee pain is common. It affects people of all ages. Knee pain may be the result of an injury, such as a ruptured ligament or torn cartilage, medical conditions e.g. arthritis, gout and infections and overuse conditions such as tendinopathy and muscle injuries. Here’s a look at the common causes and what you should do about them. Specialist Knee Surgeon - Mr Gareth Stable...

TOP 5 SUPPLEMENTS FOR KNEE PAIN - – There are dozens of supplements that claim to treat joint pain, but which ones actually work? Here’s a look at 5 of the best options and what the existing research says about them. Specialist Knee Surgeon - Mr Gareth Stables - explains more...

HOW TO STOP KNEE PAIN - Part 1 - Exercise and Osteoarthritis – Why it works - Exercise is proven to help people manage the symptoms of knee arthritis and help them avoid or delay the need for major knee surgery. Make exercise an essential part of your weekly schedule. Specialist Knee Surgeon - Mr Gareth Stables - explains more... https://www.mykneedoc.co.uk/exercise-and-osteoarthritis-why-it-works...