Doctors' Blog & Updates | Pinnacle Orthopaedic Group

Miraculous Survival for 16-month-old Boy with Upper Cervical Fracture

October 5, 2015

A 16-month-old boy in Australia miraculously survived a car accident where he sustained upper cervical fracture. He had to undergo surgery to re-attach the bones between his head and neck. This was a surgery that carries high medical risk for someone...

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Lionel Messi Injury at La Liga 2015

September 28, 2015

Lionel Messi injured his left knee's medial collateral ligament at a La Liga game against Las Palmas. He was injured when his shoot was blocked by defender Pedro Bigas. The knee ligament injury usually heals with conservative treatment but, unfortuna...

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Ride For Rations 2015

September 1, 2015

In this year's Ride For Rations 2015, Dr Kevin Lee and Pinnacle Joint & Sports Centre were one of the sponsors. Ride For Rations is an annual charity cycling event organised by Bike-Aid Singapore. Bike-Aid Singapore is a non-profit organisation f...

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Dr Kevin Lee Speaking at 16th SSR-MSR Workshops in Rheumatology

Dr Kevin Lee at 16th SSR-MSR Workshops in Rheumatology

August 18, 2015

Dr Kevin Lee was invited to speak at the 16th SSR-MSR Workshops in Rheumatology. This is an annual event jointly organised by the Singapore Society of Rheumatology and Malaysia Society of Rheumatology. Both countries take turns to host this event tha...

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Tony Martin Crashes out of Tour De France with Clavicle Fracture

July 11, 2015

Yellow jersey Tony Martin crashes out of the Tour De France 2015 with a clavicle (collarbone) fracture. This is one of the commonest cycling injuries, following a fall, that we see in our centre. Find out more about Tony Martin's crash incident.

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Angel Di Maria’s Hamstring Injury at Copa America

July 6, 2015

Angel Di Maria suffered a hamstring injury during the Copa America soccer competition. This injury is commonly seen in soccer players and sprinters and it is usually a tear of the mid portion of the hamstring muscle (back of the thigh). A popular and...

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Rock Climbing and Repetitive Strain Injury

June 26, 2015

With rock climbing becoming increasily popular, Dr Kevin Lee provides some advice for the newcomers and regulars in an interview with The Straits Times, Mind Your Body on 18 June. Rock climbing injuries most commonly occurs from overuse and strain. T...

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Charity Cycling Event: Prudential Charity Ride 2015

June 22, 2015

Dr Kevin Lee & clinic manager Edmond participated in the Prudential Charity Ride 2015 last Sunday. This charity cycling event helps to set up a study corner at the Chai Chee Sunlove Neighbourhood Link to provide a conducive study environment for ...

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Barefoot Running and Walking, Come Bare Your Sole!

May 28, 2015

Dr Kevin Lee was recently interviewed on 93.8 LIVE on the pros and cons barefoot running and walking, as well as the upcoming Bare Your Soul charity walk. Read the summary of his interview and sharing below. Barefoot Running Barefoot running, or nat...

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Well-received Health Talk at 360° Health Management Seminar 2015

May 25, 2015

During his most recent health talk on cartilage injuries and knee osteoarthritis, Dr Kevin Lee was flooded with questions from the audience. Dr Lee spoke at the first Mind Your Body 360° Health Management Health Seminar held on 16 June 2015. The heal...

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