For many years, return to sport after ACL reconstruction was guided largely by the calendar. Patients were told to expect around nine months before returning to contact sport, sometimes longer, and progress was measured mostly in terms of time passed. That timeline still holds broadly true, but the way specialists now assess genuine readiness has […]
One of the most common questions Mr Shah Punwar is asked by patients facing ACL reconstruction is a simple one: which graft is best? It is a fair question, and the honest answer is that there is no single right choice for everyone. The best graft depends on the individual patient, their sport, their age, […]
Ted Lasso is back on our screens, and this time he is not managing AFC Richmond’s men’s side. Season four sees the relentlessly optimistic coach take charge of the club’s newly formed women’s team, the Lady Greyhounds, a storyline that mirrors the real momentum currently building behind women’s football. The storyline carries extra weight given […]
A total knee replacement is designed to provide long-lasting pain relief and improve mobility, and for many people it does exactly that. Modern knee replacements can last for 15 to 20 years or longer, allowing patients to enjoy a more active lifestyle with less pain. However, like any joint replacement, they do not last forever. […]
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is underway amid a wave of high-profile knee injuries that has been unprecedented in its scale. Rodrygo, the Brazil and Real Madrid forward, has been ruled out after tearing his ACL and meniscus in March. Netherlands midfielder Xavi Simons ruptured his ACL in April and will miss the tournament entirely. […]
When high-profile athletes get injured, it often brings complex conditions into the spotlight. In a recent interview with ESPN, Olympic skier Lindsey Vonn revealed her plans to return to competitive skiing, after a serious crash earlier in her career left her with a tibial plateau fracture. Tibial plateau fractures are one of the more serious […]
Pain around the kneecap (patella) is one of the most common knee complaints. It can affect people of all ages, athletes and runners, as well as those with more sedentary lifestyles. The discomfort may be sharp or aching, occasional or persistent, and can be aggravated by activities such as climbing stairs, squatting, or sitting for […]
Knee pain is common across all age groups, but research consistently shows that women are at a higher risk of developing certain knee problems, particularly osteoarthritis. While lifestyle and activity levels do play a role, there are important anatomical, hormonal and biomechanical factors that also contribute. Understanding why women are more vulnerable allows for earlier […]
Knee pain at the front of the joint is a common complaint, particularly in those who are active or spend long hours on their feet. When scans show no obvious cartilage damage or ligament injury, the cause is often biomechanical rather than structural. One frequently overlooked reason is patella maltracking, where the kneecap doesn’t glide […]
With the Winter Olympics bringing skiing back into the spotlight and ski holidays approaching, many people are looking forward to time on the slopes. While skiing is an excellent way to stay active, it places significant demands on the knees. Twisting forces, sudden stops, uneven terrain and fatigue all increase the risk of injury, particularly […]
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