Orthopedic Health & Joint Care Blog
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World Trauma Day: Prevent Injuries, Save Lives
Every Life Matters — Trauma Prevention Begins with Awareness World Trauma Day reminds us that road traffic accidents, falls, workplace injuries, and other traumatic incidents remain major causes of preventable deaths and lifelong disability. Trauma can affect anyone, anywhere, and at any time. However, many injuries and their complications can be prevented through awareness, responsible…
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World Spine Day 2026: Awareness Walk at Mayo Hospital Lahore
On 16 October 2026, an awareness walk was held at Mayo Hospital Lahore to mark World Spine Day, promoting the importance of spinal health and a healthier, more active lifestyle.
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Nonunion Fracture: Symptoms, Causes, Complications and Treatment
A Case From the Surgical Diaries A fracture does not always heal simply because the bone has been fixed with a plate or nail. Sometimes, despite surgery, the fracture fails to progress toward union. This can result from problems with biology, stability, infection, patient factors, or a combination of these factors. This is called nonunion.…
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Signs Your Knee Injury Could Be Serious
Not every knee injury is minor. Learn the warning signs that may indicate a serious knee injury and when you should consult an orthopedic surgeon.
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A Split Depression Fracture of the Lateral Tibial Plateau with Tibial Spine Injury
A Real Case from Orthopedic Practice Every week in orthopedic trauma practice, patients present with serious knee injuries resulting from road traffic accidents, falls from height, and sports-related trauma. One such injury is a tibial plateau fracture, which affects the upper end of the tibia (shin bone) and involves the knee joint. This real case…
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Real Case from Spine Surgery SeriesEarly Detection Can Change a Child’s Life
What Is Scoliosis? Scoliosis is a three-dimensional deformity of the spine in which the backbone curves sideways while also rotating. Although scoliosis can affect people of all ages, it most commonly develops during childhood and adolescence, particularly during periods of rapid growth. One of the biggest challenges with scoliosis is that many children experience little…
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Understanding Bone Structure: Why Some Bones Break Differently and Heal Better Than Others
A Simple Guide for Patients, Medical Students, and Anyone Interested in Orthopedics Every day in orthopedic practice, we see patients with fractures resulting from falls, road traffic accidents, sports injuries, and osteoporosis. One question patients often ask is, “Why did my bone break this way?” or “Why does healing take longer in some fractures?” The…
