ICJR DUBAI 2019
I was honoured to be a speaker in the International conference of joint reconstruction (ICJR DUBAI 2019) Biomechanical Debate between cemented and cementless fixation in total knee replacement.
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Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL)
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Tear The anterior cruciate ligament is a thick rope like structure made from collagen that joins the femur to the tibia. Its main function is to provide rotational stability to a knee joint. The anterior cruciate ligament is one of the major stabilising ligaments in the knee. It acts as a …
Rotator Cuff Tear
Rotator cuff tears may be partial or full thickness tears. They may occur as part of a degenerative process where the tendon progressively becomes weaker and wears out or they may be precipitated by impingement. Rotator cuff tears may also occur in relation to acute injuries such as a fall onto the shoulder or other …
Meniscus Condition
What is the Meniscus? The meniscus is a crescent-shaped fibrocartilage shock absorber. There are two on each knee: Inner side (medial meniscus) Outer side (lateral meniscus) The menisci have the following important functions: Reduce wear Protect against arthritis Assist with stability of the knee joint, and Help disperse synovial fluid around the knee joint effectively, …
Arthroscopic Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction
Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction using hamstring graft is a surgical procedure that replaces the injured ACL with a hamstring tendon. Anterior cruciate ligament is one of the four major ligaments of the knee that connects the femur (thigh bone) to the tibia (shin bone) and helps stabilize your knee joint. Anterior cruciate ligament prevents …
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Osteoarthritis of the Hip
Osteoarthritis also called degenerative joint disease is the most common form of arthritis. It occurs most often in older people. This disease affects the tissue covering the ends of bones in a joint (cartilage). In a person with osteoarthritis, the cartilage becomes damaged and worn out causing pain, swelling, stiffness, and restricted movement in the …
Nonunion and Bone Defects
A nonunion is an arrest in the fracture repair process progressive evidence of non healing of a fracture of a bone a delayed union is generally defined as a failure to reach bony union by 6 months post-injury this also includes fractures that are taking longer than expected to heal (ie. distal radial fractures) large …
Shoulder Impingement
Impingement occurs when the supraspinatus tendon or the region where the supraspinatus tendon is attached to the humerus, contacts the under surface of the acromion and the coraco-acromial ligament. SYMPTOMS In patients with impingement, pain occurs as the arm is lifted up away from the side of the body. It typically occurs at approximately 90 …
Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
If the rotator cuff tendons have torn off their attachment to the bone on the humerus repair may be required. This surgery can be performed as an open or arthroscopic repair. The arthroscopic surgery involves the latest techniques for rotator cuff repair and is as successful or more so that the open rotator cuff repair. …
Arthroscopic Meniscus Surgery
Arthroscopic Partial meniscectomy is a surgical procedure to remove the torn portion of the meniscus from the knee joint. Meniscus is the C-shaped cartilage located in the knee that lubricates the knee joint, acts as shock-absorber, and controls the flexion and extension of joint. Meniscal tears can occur at any age, but are more common …
Knee Arthritis
What is arthritis? Arthritis is damage to the articular cartilage. Articular cartilage is very specialised slippery white tissue that covers the ends of the bones at the joints. It is required for near frictionless movement and shock absorption which are essential properties of synovial joints. Osteoarthritis Also called degenerative joint disease, this is the most …
Chondral (Articular Cartilage) Defects
Articular or hyaline cartilage is the tissue lining the surface of the two bones in the knee joint. Cartilage helps the bones move smoothly against each other and can withstand the weight of the body during activities such as running and jumping. Articular cartilage does not have a direct blood supply to it so has …
Avascular Necrosis
Avascular necrosis, also called osteonecrosis is a condition in which bone death occurs because of inadequate blood supply to it. Lack of blood flow may occur when there is a fracture in the bone or a joint dislocation that may damage nearby blood vessels. Chronic use of high doses of steroid medications and heavy alcohol …
Achilles Tendon Dysfunction
There are many pathologic changes that may occur in the Achilles’ tendon. Tendinosis, indicating abnormal pathology or degeneration of the tendon, can be insertional (where the tendon attaches to the heel bone), or non-insertional and acute rupture of the tendon, are common conditions that may require operative intervention INSERTIONAL TENDINOSIS (Haglund’s Deformity) inflammation of the …
Posterior Cruciate Ligament Injuries
Posterior cruciate ligament (PCL), one of four major ligaments of the knee is situated at the back of the knee. It connects the thighbone (femur) to the shinbone (tibia). The PCL limits the backward motion of the shinbone. PCL injuries are rare and are more difficult to detect than other knee ligament injuries. Cartilage injuries, …
Total Hip Replacement
Total hip replacement (THR) is a surgical procedure in which the damaged cartilage and bone is removed from the hip joint and replaced with artificial components. The hip joint is one of the body’s largest weight-bearing joints, located between the thigh bone (femur) and the pelvis (acetabulum). It is a ball and socket joint in …
Osteomyelitis – Adult
Osteomyelitis – Adult Summary Osteomyelitis is the infection of bone characterized by progressive inflammatory destruction and apposition of new bone. Diagnosis requires careful assessment of radiographs, MRI and determining the organism via biopsy and cultures. Treatment is often a combination of culture-directed antibiotics and surgical debridement of nonviable tissue. Epidemiology Incidence the exact incidence is …
Anterior Instability
Traumatic Anterior Dislocation is most commonly seen in young males, however, it can affect anyone that suffers a high energy traumatic injury to the shoulder. Typically, the shoulder dislocates forwardly due to an injury. The shoulder will often need to be put back into the joint under an anaesthetic at a hospital emergency department. After …
AC Joint Arthroscopic Resection
Following non-operative treatment for an arthritic AC joint, an AC joint resection may be discussed. This procedure is done as a keyhole operation and involves removing a segment of bone at the end of the clavicle (collarbone). Resection of a painful AC joint is very effective in relieving pain. The resected AC joint is replaced …
Hallux Valgus ( Bunion )
Bunions are a common deformity in the community. They are thought to occur due to a muscle imbalance that is often inherited. Inappropriate footwear may exacerbate the condition however is not usually the underlying cause. Bunions worsen with advancing age and can eventually cause pain and deformity. The bunion may also result in to damage …
The Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL)
The medial collateral ligament (MCL), a band of tissue present on the inside of your knee joint, connects your thigh bone and shin bone (bone of your lower leg). The MCL maintains the integrity of the knee joint and prevents it from bending inward. Your MCL may get sprained or injured while twisting, bending, or …
Femoro Acetabular Impingement
Femoroacetabular impingement (FAI) is a condition where there is too much friction in the hip joint from bony irregularities causing pain and decreased range of hip motion. The femoral head and acetabulum rub against each other creating damage and pain to the hip joint. The damage can occur to the articular cartilage (the smooth white …
Chondromalacia Patella
Chondromalacia Patella The patella, also called the kneecap is a small bone present on the front of your knee joint. The underside of the patella is covered by cartilage that allows smooth gliding of the knee with movement. Overuse or misalignment of the patella can cause wear and tear of the cartilage. Chondromalacia patella is …
Lateral Patellar Compression Syndrome
Introduction Lateral patellar compression syndrome refers to pain under and around your kneecap. It is a common complaint among runners, jumpers, and other athletes such as skiers, cyclists, and soccer players. The patella, also called kneecap, is a small flat triangular bone located at the front of the knee joint. It is a sesamoid bone …
Hallux Rigidis ( Big Toe Arthritis )
Hallux rigidus (HR) refers to stiffness (rigidus) of the joint at the base of the great toe (hallux). This joint is called the great toe metatarsophalangeal joint (MTPJ). The usual cause of HR is arthritis or wear and tear of the smooth cartilage that lines the joint. HR may be caused by a previous injury …
Medial Patellofemoral Ligament Reconstruction
Medial patellofemoral ligament reconstruction is a surgical procedure indicated in patients with more severe patellar instability. Medial patellofemoral ligament is a band of tissue that extends from the femoral medial epicondyle to the superior aspect of the patella. Medial patellofemoral ligament is the major ligament which stabilizes the patella and helps in preventing patellar subluxation …
Transient Osteoporosis of the Hip
Transient osteoporosis of the hip is a rare condition that causes bone loss temporarily in the upper part of the thighbone (femur). It is mostly found in young or middle-aged men between the ages of 30 and 60, and women in their later stages of pregnancy or early postpartum period (following childbirth). It is characterized …
High Tibial Osteotomy
High Tibial Osteotomy (HTO) is a surgical procedure that is performed to correct angular deformities of the knee to prevent development or progression of unicompartmental osteoarthritis. It is predominately done to correct for varus deformities in young patients but can also be done to correct valgus deformities. Etiology Use predominately done for varus deformities less common …
Shoulder Instability
There are two major categories of shoulder instability; Traumatic & Multidirectional. The commonest instability pattern is Traumatic Anterior Dislocation. It is seen in patients who suffer an injury to their shoulder and dislocate out the front of the shoulder. These patients are often young males engaged in high impact sports. If they are young and …
Acromioplasty
An acromioplasty involves shaving of the undersurface of the acromion. The acromion is a projection of bone extending from the shoulder blade out over the top of the shoulder joint and provides attachment for muscles around the shoulder including the trapezius and deltoid muscles. An acromioplasty is typically performed for patients where their rotator cuff …
Patellar Dislocation
Patella (knee cap) is a protective bone attached to the quadriceps muscles of the thigh by quadriceps tendon. Patella attaches with the femur bone and forms a patellofemoral joint. Patella is protected by a ligament which secures the kneecap from gliding out and is called as medial patellofemoral ligament (MPFL). Dislocation of the patella occurs …
Plantar Fasciitis
The plantar fascia runs along the length of the sole of the foot and along with various ligaments and muscles of the foot, functions to assist in maintaining its inner arch (like the string of a bow, with the bones of the foot being the bow itself). Plantar fasciitis is an inflammation of the origin …
Patellar Instability
Patellar (knee cap) instability results from one or more dislocations or partial dislocations (subluxations). Patella is the small piece of bone in front of the knee that slides up and down the femoral groove (groove in the femur bone) during bending and stretching movements. The ligaments on the inner and outer sides of patella hold …
Morton’s Neuroma
A Morton’s neuroma is a nerve that becomes swollen and inflamed between the bones of the forefoot. Although neuroma typically means ‘nerve tumour’, in this case it refers to the enlargement of the nerve. The swelling and inflammation arises from compression of the nerve underneath the bones of the ball of the foot, leading to …
Patellar Tendinitis
Patellar Tendinitis Patellar tendinitis, also known as “jumper’s knee” is an inflammation of the patellar tendon that connects your kneecap (patella) to your shinbone. This tendon helps in extension of the lower leg. Patellar tendinitis usually results from repetitive trauma or overuse, particularly from sports activities involving jumping such as basketball or volleyball. Therefore, this …
Lateral Collateral Ligament Reconstruction
Lateral collateral ligament (LCL) is a thin set of tissues present on the outer side of the knee, connecting the thighbone (femur) to the fibula (side bone of lower leg). It provides stability as well as limits the sidewise rotation of the knee. Tear or injury of LCL may cause instability of the knee that …
Adductor Strain
Summary An adductor strain is a common injury to the adductor muscle group that occurs as a result of forceful hip extension & external rotation of an abducted leg. Diagnosis is made clinically with groin pain with tenderness over the inferior pubic rami and decreased strength with resisted leg adduction compared to the other leg. …
Limb Lengthening And Reconstruction
Limb lengthening and reconstruction techniques can be used to replace missing bone and to lengthen and/or straighten deformed bone segments. These procedures may be performed in both children and adults who have limb length discrepancies due to birth defects, disease, or injury.The limb lengthening and deformity correction process works on the principle of distraction osteogenesis. …
AC Joint Arthritis
Arthritis commonly affects the acromioclavicular joint. AC Joint pain not be well localised to the AC joint. Pain is worse when lifting the arm overhead. There is often a tender bony lump over the top of the shoulder where the AC joint lies if it is arthritic. Most AC joint pains will settle with rest …
Arthroscopic Bankart Repair
The Arthroscopic Bankart Repair is an effective procedure to treat patients that have anterior shoulder instability. The majority of patients who suffer a traumatic anterior dislocation of their shoulder will tear the fibrocartilage labrum at the front of the shoulder. Many of these patients will go on to develop recurrent instability in their shoulders and …
Patellar Tendon Repair
Patella tendon rupture is the rupture of the tendon that connects the patella (knee cap) to the top portion of the tibia (shin bone). The patellar tendon works together with the quadriceps muscle and the quadriceps tendon to allow your knee to straighten out. Patellar tendon tear most commonly occurs in middle-aged people who participate …
Posterior Cruciate Ligament Tear & Reconstruction
The posterior cruciate ligament (PCL), one of four major ligaments of the knee is situated at the back of the knee. It connects the thighbone (femur) to the shinbone (tibia). The PCL limits the backward motion of the shinbone. PCL injuries are very rare and are difficult to detect than other knee ligament injuries. Cartilage …
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Cartilage Repair and Transplantation
Articular Cartilage is the white tissue lining the end of bones where these bones connect to form joints. Cartilage acts as cushioning material and helps in smooth gliding of bones during movement. An injury to the joint may damage this cartilage which cannot repair on its own. Cartilage can be damaged with increasing age, normal …
Patella Tendon Rupture
Patella tendon rupture is the rupture of the tendon that connects the patella (knee cap) to the top portion of the tibia (shin bone). The patellar tendon works together with the quadriceps muscle and the quadriceps tendon to allow your knee to straighten out. Patellar tendon tear most commonly occurs in middle-aged people who participate …
Flat foot
WHAT IS FLATFOOT? Most people have feet in an arch shape allowing the foot to support the weight of the body while standing in an erect posture. The space below the arch of the foot varies between different people but in most cases should be raised off the ground and only the heel and ball …
Total Knee Replacement
Total knee replacement (TKR), also called total knee arthroplasty, is a surgical procedure in which the worn out or damaged surfaces of the knee joint are removed and replaced with artificial parts. The knee is made up of the femur (thigh bone), the tibia (shin bone), and the patella (kneecap). The meniscus, the soft cartilage …
Snapping Hip Syndrome
The hip is an important joint that helps us walk, run and jump. The ball-and-socket joint in the hip is formed between the round end of the femur (thighbone) and the cup-shaped socket of the acetabulum (part of the hip bone). Joint stability in the hip region is achieved through the labrum (strong fibrous cartilage), …
Revision Hip Replacement
Revision hip replacement surgery is performed under general anesthesia. During the procedure, your surgeon will make an incision over the hip to expose the hip joint. Then the femur is dislocated from the acetabulum so that the old plastic liner and the metal socket can be removed from the acetabulum. After removal, the acetabulum is …
What is a frozen shoulder
The term frozen shoulder is a condition associated with pain and stiffness in the absence of a demonstrable cause. The term “frozen shoulder” is often overused and applied to any person with a stiff and painful shoulder. A stiff shoulder can be divided into a primary frozen shoulder and secondary stiff shoulder. The primary frozen …
Latarjet Procedure
Shoulders that dislocate following traumatic injuries need to have the damaged and torn structures repaired. Many patients have only cartilage torn however, some patients have segments of bone broken or worn away from the front of the shoulder. If this is the case then the shoulder is frequently highly unstable. If a large segment of …
Quadriceps Tendon Rupture
Quadriceps tendon is a thick tissue located at the top of the kneecap. The quadriceps tendon works together with the quadriceps muscles to allow us to straighten our leg. The quadriceps muscles are the muscles located in front of the thigh. Quadriceps tendon rupture most commonly occurs in middle-aged people who participate in sports which …
Partial Knee Replacement
Unicompartmental knee replacement is a minimally invasive surgery in which only the damaged compartment of the knee is replaced with an implant. It is also called a partial knee replacement. The knee can be divided into three compartments: patellofemoral, the compartment in front of the knee between the knee cap and thigh bone, medial compartment, …
Calcific Tendinitis
Calcific Tendinitis Calcific Tendinitis is a relatively common shoulder condition. It has a peak onset age of 40 years of age. It affects women more commonly than men. The most commonly affected of the rotator cuff tendons is the supraspinatus tendon. THEORIES ON CAUSES It seems that the presence of calcium in the rotator cuff …
Iliotibial Band Syndrome
Iliotibial band syndrome is an overuse injury resulting from the inflammation of iliotibial band. Iliotibial band is a tough group of fibres that begins at the iliac crest of hip and runs along the outside of the thigh, to get attached to the outer side of the shin bone just below the knee joint. Its …
Revision Knee Replacement
Revision knee replacement surgery involves replacing part or all of your previous knee prosthesis with a new prosthesis. Although total knee replacement surgery is successful, sometimes the procedure can fail due to various reasons and require a second revision surgery. Disease Overview The knee joints are lined by soft articular cartilage that cushion the joints …
Trochanteric Bursitis
What is Trochanteric Bursitis? The hip has two large bursae. Bursae are jelly-like sacs located throughout the body that are positioned between bones and soft tissue to reduce friction. One bursa covers the bony point of the hip bone called the greater trochanter. Inflammation of this bursa is called trochanteric bursitis. The iliopsoas bursa is …
Subacromial Bursitis
The subacromial bursa is a structure that lies between the upper surface of the rotator cuff and the under surface of the acromion. The bursa in fact, is a potential space that lies between two surfaces that move. It is normally formed by two smooth surfaces with a thin film of fluid between them, and …
Arthroscopic Excision of Calcium
Patients with calcific tendinitis and large calcium lumps can be treated with an arthroscopic excision of the calcium deposit. This may also be performed in conjunction with an acromioplasty. The region of tendon with the calcium inside it can usually be identified by the visualisation of an inflamed area of tendon. The location can be …
Knee Anatomy
The knee is a complex joint made up of different structures including bones, Articular cartilage, menisci, tendons, ligaments and muscles. They all work together to maintain normal function and provide stability to the knee during movement. Having a well-functioning healthy knee is essential for our mobility and ability to participate in various activities. Understanding the …
Hip Anatomy
The hip joint is the largest weight-bearing joint in the human body. It is also referred to as a ball and socket joint and is surrounded by muscles, ligaments, and tendons. The thigh bone or femur and the pelvis join to form the hip joint. Any injury or disease of the hip will adversely affect the …
Anatomy of the Shoulder
The shoulder is a complex ball-and-socket joint that gives full movement of the arms, allowing patients to reach up high, down low and side to side. It offers a wide range of motion, but also makes it vulnerable to injury. At the shoulder, three major bones meet and create a 90-degree angle. These bones are …
Knee Joint Replacement Surgery
Knee Joint Replacement Surgery
Hip Replacement Surgery
Not only can it cause soreness, stiffness, and inflammation, but it can interfere with critical day-to-day activities like walking and moving. Hear our expert, Dr. Mohamed Attia Abdallah, Consultant – Orthopedic Surgeon, as he sheds light on Hip Prelacment Surgery & its treatment modalities. Our patient Ms. Karla, also shares her journey & experience of …
Sports Medicine and Knee Arthritis
Abu Dhabi TV hosted Dr. Mohamed Attia Abdallah, Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon at Emirates Hospital Jumeirah, and addressed about the Sports Medicine and Knee Arthritis
Knee Arthritis Video
Regain mobility and movement! Know all about Knee Osteoarthritis and how the problem can be treated surgically with Total Knee Replacement. Our expert, Dr. Mohamed Attia Abdallah, Consultant – Orthopedic Surgeon at Emirates Hospital, Jumeirah, explains in detail about Knee Osteoarthritis and its treatment modality.
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Video
Know all about Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL), which accounts for more than 50% of all Knee Sport Injuries. Hear our expert, Dr. Mohamed Attia Abdallah, Consultant – Orthopedic Surgeon at Emirates Hospital, Jumeirah, as he sheds light on ACL and how it affects most of the athletes.
Management of Low back and Neck pain
My telephonic interview in Alaan TV channel about Management of Low back and Neck pain associated with prolonged sitting on our desks
Osteoporosis Prevention & Medications
My telephonic interview in Alaan TV channel about osteoporosis prevention & medications
Sports Injuries Video with Dubai TV
My interview with sama dubai TV about sports injuries that can occur during dubai fitness challenge.
Low back pain and osteoporosis management after delivery
Low back pain and osteoporosis management after delivery
An Orthopedic surgeon transformed a 16-year-Alia’s rare leg deformity
An Orthopedic surgeon transformed a 16-year-Alia’s rare leg deformity
Management of large segmental tibial defects using locking IM nail and absorbable mesh
Management of large segmental tibial defects using locking IM nail and absorbable mesh
Correction of Deformities Around the Knee and Tibia Using Taylor Spatial Frame
Correction of Deformities Around the Knee and Tibia Using Taylor Spatial Frame
Arthroscopic Release for Frozen Shoulder
Surgery is discussed with patients that are severely affected with stiffness and who are unable to wait for the Shoulder to resolve on its accord. It often takes time for the frozen Shoulder to resolve and for some people that would mean not working nor doing their normal activities for that period, something that isn’t …
An Orthopaedic surgeon transformed a 16-year-Alia’s rare leg deformity
Dr Attia from Emirates Hospital brings back smiles Seeking the help and exceptional skills of Dr Mohamed Attia, who currently operates out of Emirates Hospital, a 16-year-old female patient named Alia(name changed for confidentiality reasons) sought with angulation (twisting) of the knees in both legs sought treatment. The rare condition, called a bilateral valgus deformity, …
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Age is just a number: Elderly man and woman combat osteoarthritis through a surgical procedure
Obesity is a major condition leading to osteoarthritis A 62 and 72-year-old Egyptian man and woman, who couldn’t sit or walk respectively, now find it easy to prostrate and walk briskly. Things were not this easy when they were first diagnosed with osteoarthritis. However, unlike the usual belief, the elderly man and woman opted for …
Arthroscopic Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction Video
Arthroscopic Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction Video
Knee pain and injuries and the best treatments for each case
Knee pain and injuries and the best treatments for each case
9 years ago, Imam Atef underwent a bilateral knee replacement surgery performed by Dr Mohamed Attia
Nine years ago, Imam Atef underwent a bilateral knee replacement surgery performed by Dr Mohamed Attia due to increasingly difficult daily activities like prayer and climbing stairs. Following the surgery, Imam Atef regained pain-free mobility, allowing him to fully engage in his daily routine with ease. Today, even after nine years, Imam Atef still enjoys …
