Hip Pain Specialist in Singapore: Orthopaedic Care by Dr McGraw
Dr. Philip McGraw
Dr. McGraw’s special interests and expertise include the management of all aspects of hip and knee conditions, in addition to general orthopaedic and trauma surgery. He is a practising orthopaedic and trauma surgeon at Mount Elizabeth Novena Hospital and Parkway East Hospital.
Dr. Philip McGraw
M.B.Ch.B. | M.R.C.S. (London) | F.R.C.S. (Trauma & Orthopaedics)
Born and bred a Yorkshireman, Dr. McGraw studied Dental Surgery at Newcastle-Upon-Tyne in the United Kingdom. Upon qualifying, he worked as a Maxillofacial surgical trainee before undertaking his dental fellowship at The Royal College of Surgeons London and then commencing his studies in Medicine at Manchester University. He subsequently decided to change tack and completed his training as an Orthopaedic Surgeon in the northwest region of England. Dr. McGraw completed his training by undertaking two fellowships in hip and knee surgery at Wrightington Hospital in the UK. He was appointed as Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon at Bury & North Manchester General Hospitals in 2012. Whilst at these hospitals, he kept up with the waiting list issues by dedicating his weekends to work in waiting list initiative lists at Wrightington Orthopaedic Hospital.
Hip Pain Symptoms
Hip pain can manifest in various ways, each indicating potential underlying issues. Here are some of the symptoms of hip pain:
- Swelling and inflammation
- A noticeable limp
- Muscle Weakness
- Clicking, popping, or grinding sensations
- Pain during movement and/or rest
Hip Conditions We Treat
- Labral Tears: Damage to the labrum can come from regular wear-and-tear from daily activities, sports injuries or even trauma due to a fracture or dislocated bone.
- Hip Instability: Hip instability, also known as loose hips, is a condition that describes the hip joint as being excessively loose or making abnormal movements, appearing “wobbly” with every motion.
- Osteonecrosis of the Hip: Osteonecrosis of the hip refers to the gradual “bone death” in your thighbone, causing it to crumble to pieces gradually.
Common Causes of Hip Pain
- Joint Stability: A well-functioning hip joint supports our body’s weight distribution, preventing undue stress on other joints and reducing the risk of conditions like back pain.
- Mobility and Functionality: Hip joint facilitates a wide range of motions, from basic tasks like standing up to more complex actions like dancing or participating in sports.
- Tendonitis: Tendonitis happens when the tendons, which connect muscles to bones, become inflamed or irritated due to overuse or repetitive motions.
- Bursitis: Bursitis occurs when small fluid-filled sacs, known as the bursae, that cushion and reduce friction between bones, tendons, and muscles, become inflamed.
- Hip Fracture: Hip fractures can cause sudden, severe pain and can be a medical emergency.
- Hip Impingement: Hip impingement can be caused by femoral impingement, pincer impingement, and combined impingement.
- Arthritis: Osteoarthritis, prevalent in older adults, leads to cartilage deterioration and joint inflammation.
Treatments for Hip Pain
When Should You Seek Hip Pain Specialist?
Here are key signs and scenarios where you should seek medical attention as soon as possible:
- You have pre-existing health conditions.
- You had a previous hip injury.
- You are unable to bear weight.
- The pain worsens after a few days.
- Your mobility becomes limited.
- You experience swelling and redness in the affected area.
INSURANCE PARTNERS
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- Cigna
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- Fullerton
- Great Eastern
- HSBC
- IHP (Integrated Health Plan)
- Income
- MHC (Make Health Connect)
- Parkway Shenton
- Prudential
- Singlife
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- Great Eastern
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Our Clinics
Mount Elizabeth Novena
Address: Suite 05-31, Mount Elizabeth Novena Specialist Centre, 38 Irrawaddy Road Singapore 329563
Call: +65 6262 3616
Parkway East
Address: Suite 04-06 Parkway East Medical Centre, 319 Joo Chiat Pl, 427989
Call: +65 6970 8916
