Educational articles to help you understand orthopedic and joint care and prepare questions for your medical consultation
A practical guide to choosing an orthopedic doctor for your needs, checking registration and discussing knee or hip replacement before making a decision.
A patient guide to Arabic knee surgery terms, what replacement actually changes, and the questions that clarify a total, partial or revision procedure.
Changing or replacing the hip may mean the same thing in everyday conversation. Hip resurfacing is a distinct procedure: learn what to clarify before deciding.
Comprehensive guide to knee replacement surgery in Riyadh with Dr. Hazim Sakalla: when surgery is needed, types of knee replacement (total, partial, robotic), step-by-step procedure, recovery, risks, and cost.
Comprehensive guide to hip replacement surgery in Riyadh with Dr. Hazim Sakalla: when surgery is needed, types (anterior, posterior, total, partial), step-by-step procedure, recovery, restrictions, and cost.
Comprehensive guide to foot and ankle surgery in Riyadh with Dr. Hazim Sakalla: treating foot deformities, sports injuries, diabetic foot, tendinitis, and ankle fractures. Modern minimally-invasive techniques at SMC Hospital.
A complete, in-depth guide to robotic-assisted knee replacement surgery in Riyadh with Dr. Hazim Sakalla: technique, precision, step-by-step, recovery, cost, and a full comparison with traditional surgery.
Comprehensive guide to knee arthritis (osteoarthritis) treatment in Riyadh: causes, symptoms, diagnosis, non-surgical options, and when surgery is needed. By Dr. Hazim Sakalla.
Comprehensive guide to preventing diabetic foot complications and avoiding amputation: early signs, daily inspection, foot care, footwear selection, and when to seek emergency care. By Dr. Hazim Sakalla.
Complete guide to recovery phases after hip replacement in Riyadh: first days, weeks, allowed and forbidden exercises, and return to normal life. By Dr. Hazim Sakalla.
Comprehensive guide for athletes in Riyadh to avoid the most common knee and ankle injuries: warm-up, strengthening, balance exercises, footwear, and RICE first-aid protocol. By Dr. Hazim Sakalla.
Comprehensive guide for seniors and their families to prevent osteoporosis and fractures: nutrition, calcium and vitamin D, bone-strengthening exercises, fall prevention, regular screenings. Dr. Hazim Sakalla.
Guide debunking the most widespread myths about knee and hip joint replacement in Riyadh: age, pain, recovery, implant lifespan, and sports after surgery. Dr. Hazim Sakalla.
