In the latest episode of the Let's Talk Health podcast, we sat down with orthopaedic surgeon at St Barts Hospital and knee replacement expert Jaison Patel. Jaison talks us through the anatomy of the knee, why injuries in this area are so common, and how surgery works when it's required. Intro: 0:00Why are knee injuries so common?: 01:06Common knee injuries: 02:15Why damage occurs: 04:02How knee problems are discovered: 04:55Arthritis and wear and tear: 06:11How to prevent injuries: 08:00Advice for older adults: 11:02Common myths about the knee: 13:40Knee braces and supports: 15:42How weight management can help: 17:51When to see a specialist: 21:25Osteoarthritis: 25:03Knee replacement surgery and treatment: 27:20Post-surgery recovery: 34:34How long does a replacement last?: 41:21Outro: 42:56 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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