What is a Meniscus?
Indeed, what is a meniscus? Maybe you’ve heard this term in reference to your knee…? A meniscus is also commonly called ‘cartilage’, especially when describing sporting injuries. Let me tell you what a meniscus is (pleural menisci) and why we need them. Function There are two menisci in the knee, one on the outer side (lateral […]
WHAT IS AN ARTHROSCOPY?
WHAT IS AN ARTHROSCOPY? So you’ve been listed for an arthroscopy? Or you’ve heard this term and wonder what it means? Well, in lay terms an arthroscopy is typically referred to as keyhole surgery. Instead of the surgeon making a big incision to access your injury, arthroscopic surgery enables the surgeon to see inside your […]
What is Anterior Knee Pain?
WHAT IS ANTERIOR KNEE PAIN? Hey, so I’m guessing you’re reading this because you’ve got knee pain, had knee pain previously, or know of someone who’s got painful knees. I’m going to give you a whistle-stop, non-jargon tour of one of the most common knee problems. What?: Anterior knee pain (AKP), as the name […]
5 Best Exercises for Skiing
Skiing is a very physically-challenging activity. It’s also a sport with a high rate of injuries (1,2), especially to the knee. Novice skiers and women are at even greater risk (1), so it’s REALLY important to get yourself in shape before you go! Did you know that you need to train your muscles differently to protect […]