Dr Callie Ackermann is a highly respected orthopaedic surgeon in Cape Town, South Africa, he firmly believes that alongside his... read more

During knee replacement surgery, bone and cartilage damaged by osteoarthritis are resurfaced with... read more

There are some concerns that our patients want to address and we are only too happy to answer where we... read more

On Monday 17 Jan 2022 Dr Ackermann performed the first robotic assisted knee surgery with the Rosa Knee System in... read more

Participating in sports and physical activities can bring immense joy and numerous health benefits. However, along with the excitement comes... read more

In patients with hip dysplasia, the acetabulum is shallow, meaning that the ball, or femoral head, cannot firmly fit into... read more

'Perthes disease is a rare childhood condition that affects the hip. It occurs when the blood supply to the rounded... read more

After surgery, make sure you also do the following: Participate in regular light exercise programs to maintain proper strength and mobility... read more

It’s not all work and no play... Being a recipient of a double hip replacement myself, I appreciate how much my... read more

In some cases, non-surgical treatments are the more appropriate solution. Lifestyle Modifications Minimise activities that aggravate the condition, i.e. Climbing. Switch to low... read more