Orthopaedic Treatment in a Time of Crisis
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Orthopaedic
The musculoskeletal system comprises of bones, muscles, cartilage, tendons, ligaments, joints and other connective tissues. It provides form, support, stability, and movement to the body.Injury or degeneration of these components can cause pain, loss of function, and prevent us from performing the activities we enjoy.
Our specialists can help you with common sports injuries as well as addressing wear and tear issues from aging, with sub-specialization in lower limb issues.
Our Areas of Focus
Sports Injuries
Sports injuries like joint sprain, ligament tear, muscles injury, dislocation and so on can be treated once diagnosed through oral medication, topical medications, physiotherapy or minimally-invasive surgery. Some of the common sports injuries include hip labral tear, anterior cruciate ligament tear, meniscus tear and ankle sprain.
Age-Related Joint Issues
Age related orthopaedic conditions such as knee osteoarthritis and hip osteoarthritis frequently decreases the ability to remain mobile, cause discomfort and reduces the ability to lead a quality lifestyle. Understand more about the options to get you moving again.
Spinal Issues
Spinal issues include neck pain, upper back pain, low back pain or neurological issues affecting the upper or lower limbs (nerve impingement at the spine). Our specialists can diagnose whether its nerve or muscular problems, degenerative disc disease, or arthritis.
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Dr Lim Chin Tat
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