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

Femoroacetabular impingement (FAI) is a condition in which extra bone grows along one or both of the bones that form... read more

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

Just one of the reason I love helping my patients in their healing process. Here is a beautiful hand written... read more

A very interesting interview with Dr Ackermann and his patient Patrick Waters, a para swimmer and member of the International... read more

Looking back to October 2017, the date when we started working back in South Africa, it's been four years that... read more

At one time or another, all children have episodes of limping. Usually, the limp is caused by a minor injury... read more

It's always wonderful as a surgeon to have positive feedback from my patients. Thank you. "2 years ago when I was... read more

Hip and knee replacement surgery can be life-changing procedures that relieve pain and restore mobility. However, the road to recovery... read more

Osteoarthritis sometimes called "wear-and-tear arthritis" is a common condition that many people develop as they age. It can occur in... read more