As this condition involves inflammation with subsequent thickening and scarring of the shoulder capsule (the tissue which envelopes the joint), the main problem that most patients face is stiffness of the affected shoulder.
Continue readingWomen and Fitness – Dr Harjeet Singh [BFM – Podcast]
While we covered some ground in our last interview with Carolyne Anthony, Dr. Harjeet Singh, consultant orthopaedic surgeon offers a different take on women and fitness, discussing the physiological differences between men and women and why some results will necessarily be different.
Continue readingShoulder Pain in a 50-year-old Lady
Madam S is a 50-year-old government servant who came to see me about a year ago with a complaint of right shoulder pain for 3 months’ duration. The pain started as vague discomfort in her shoulder whenever she does overhead activities such as wiping her house windows, combing her hair or hanging clothes at home. She also has pain in the shoulder whenever she lies on the affected shoulder at night.
Continue readingPulled Elbow – The wailing child with no fracture
With the school holiday on, I thought this topic would be appropriate.
Continue readingAvoiding Injuries for ‘Weekend Warriors’
Injuries can occur from inadequate preparation of muscles and tendons of our body for occasional strenuous activities – the so-called ‘weekend warriors’.
Continue readingDrugs in Sports and Sports Injuries – Dr Harjeet Singh [BFM – Podcast]
What drives accomplished, talented athletes to take the illegal quick fix of steroids and other performance enhancers, and what are some of the potential long-term effects of usage on the body? Dr. Harjeet Singh, consultant orthopaedic surgeon, untangles the complicated web of drug use in sports, exploring the three main areas: therapeutic, recreational and ergogenic.
Continue readingTips Penjagaan Kaki
Para pesakit kencing manis mempunyai risiko lebih tinggi untuk mendapat jangkitan kuman (yang kadangkala boleh menjadi serius dan mengancam nyawa), terutamanya ke atas anggota badan yang sering terdedah seperti kulit, tangan dan kaki.
Continue readingGastrocnemius Muscle Tear (Calf Tear)
The patient was a 46 year old man, referred from his neighborhood GP.
Continue readingGastrocnemius Muscle Tear (Calf Tear)
The patient was a 46 year old man, referred from his neighborhood GP.
Continue readingGetting Ahead of Knee Pain (Part 1)
Malaysians are getting increasingly active as the benefits of sports and exercise for general health and chronic disease control becomes apparent.
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