Orthopaedic trauma care involves the urgent assessment and treatment of injuries affecting the bones, joints, and soft tissues—often following accidents, falls, or high-impact incidents. These...
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Orthopaedic Conditions
Explore common hip, knee, sports injury, trauma and lower limb conditions assessed and treated by Professor Ali Ghoz.
Symptoms, diagnosis and next steps
Understand your symptoms and explore the right treatment pathway
Professor Ali Ghoz assesses and treats a wide range of orthopaedic conditions affecting the hip, knee, foot, ankle and lower limb.
Each condition page explains common symptoms, possible causes, diagnosis and the treatment options that may be considered.
Common symptoms and concerns
- Hip pain, stiffness and reduced mobility
- Knee pain, swelling, locking or instability
- Sports injuries and activity-related trauma
- Fractures, dislocations and urgent injuries
- Tendon, ligament and soft tissue injuries
Soft Tissue Injuries
What are Soft Tissue Injuries? Soft tissue injuries involve damage to muscles, ligaments, and tendons, often resulting from trauma, overuse, or sudden movements. Symptoms Pain and tenderness...
Dislocations
What are Dislocations? Dislocations occur when bones are forced out of their normal positions, often due to trauma or accidents. Symptoms Severe pain Swelling and bruising Inability to move the...
Fractures
What are Fractures? Fractures are breaks in the bones that can occur in various parts of the body, including the foot, ankle, hip, and around joint replacements. Fractures can result from trauma,...
Avascular Necrosis
What is Avascular Necrosis? Avascular necrosis, also known as osteonecrosis, is the death of bone tissue due to a lack of blood supply. This condition commonly affects the hip and knee, leading to...
Rheumatoid Arthritis
What is Rheumatoid Arthritis? Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disease that causes chronic inflammation of the joints, including the hip and knee. The body's immune system mistakenly attacks...
Osteoarthritis
What is Osteoarthritis? Osteoarthritis is a degenerative joint disease that affects the cartilage within joints, including the hip and knee. Over time, the cartilage wears away, causing pain,...
Stress Fractures
What are Stress Fractures? Stress fractures are small cracks in the bones caused by repetitive force or overuse, common in athletes and runners. Symptoms Pain that worsens with activity Swelling and...
Plantar Fasciitis
What is Plantar Fasciitis? Plantar fasciitis is the inflammation of the plantar fascia, a thick band of tissue that runs across the bottom of the foot, causing heel pain. Symptoms Sharp pain in the...
Tendon Injuries
What are Tendon Injuries? Tendon injuries in the foot and ankle often involve the Achilles tendon and can range from inflammation (tendinitis) to complete ruptures. Symptoms Pain and swelling...
Sprains and Strains
What are Sprains and Strains? Sprains involve the stretching or tearing of ligaments, while strains involve the stretching or tearing of muscles or tendons. Both injuries can occur in the foot and...
Foot & Ankle Fractures
What are Foot & Ankle Fractures? Foot and ankle fractures involve breaks in the bones of the foot or ankle, typically resulting from trauma or excessive stress. These fractures can vary from...
Consultant-led assessment
From symptoms to diagnosis and treatment options
Professor Ali Ghoz helps patients understand the cause of their symptoms and the most appropriate next steps, from diagnosis through to treatment planning.
Clear diagnosis
Assessment focuses on understanding your symptoms, medical history, mobility and any previous injuries or treatment.
Treatment pathways
Depending on the diagnosis, treatment may involve physiotherapy, injections, minimally invasive procedures or surgery.
Personalised advice
Recommendations are tailored to your condition, lifestyle, goals and long-term joint health.
Concerned about your symptoms?
Book an assessment with Professor Ali Ghoz to discuss your diagnosis, treatment options and the most appropriate next steps.
