Platelet-rich Plasma and other biological treatments like BMAC ( Bone Marrow Aspirate Concentrate) and MFAT ( Micro Fragmented Adipose Tissue) are modern treatments which have recently emerged as assistants as well as alternatives to surgery. Experienced consultant orthopaedic surgeon, Mr Ali Noorani explains how these treatments could help repair your rotator cuff injury. What is PRP? Our blood…
British people are at an increased risk of potential serious injury in the celebratory rush to get back to competitive sport post-lockdown. A leading orthopaedic surgeon is predicting an increase in upper limb injuries as people rush back to sports like tennis and golf. Professor Ali Noorani, pictured, Consultant Orthopaedic & Trauma Surgeon, Shoulder, Elbow…
Professor Noorani performs minimally invasive keyhole surgery to push back Henri’s need for shoulder replacement surgery Henri’s shoulder problems started early in his twenties, when it used to dislocate regularly. Around the age of 27 he had a Putti-Platt procedure, one of the surgical treatment options for shoulder instability. Make an enquiry< Back to all…
Professor Ali Noorani is a leading orthopaedic consultant specialising in shoulders and elbows at the Upper Limb Service (Shoulder & Elbow) at St Bartholomew’s and the Royal London Hospital and the Barts Health NHS Trust. He is Medical Director and Chairman for Orthopaedic Specialists; President and Chairman for The Harley Street Specialist Hospital, Chief Medical Advisor for JS…
We spoke to consultant orthopaedic surgeon and the Medical Director of the Orthopaedic Specialists, Professor Ali Noorani about the commonest sports injuries of the upper limb and elbows that he treats in his clinic. In this article, he explains just how long injuries such as shoulder dislocations, tennis elbow and rotator cuff tears may take to heal, and how a specialist determines…
Successful rotator cuff repair enables Wilhelm to enjoy cycling, hiking and mountain pursuits. During the 1980s, Wilhelm experienced a traumatic fracture to his shoulder, which resulted in a long history of shoulder problems. In recent years, when his symptoms increased, he saw Professor Ali Noorani twice on the recommendation of his physiotherapist Andre Le Leu.…
Complex open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF) surgery enables Michael to enjoy golf and tennis again. Michael, a keen sportsman, experienced a traumatic fall at home and fractured the olecranon in his right dominant elbow. Make an enquiry< Back to all patient stories I would advise anyone with a fracture of the elbow, like myself,…
Successful shoulder stabilisation sees Joan back to pursuing her passion for acting, after fear of repeated dislocation. In 2016, Joan experienced a traumatic shoulder dislocation when she collided with her work colleague whilst acting. Make an enquiry< Back to all patient stories Professor Noorani has been a brilliant surgeon from start to finish. I was…
A combination of Comprehensive Arthroscopic Management (CAM) and instability surgery enables Tim to look forward to an active life, after years of pain and fear of dislocation. Nearly 40 years ago, Tim sustained serious injuries to his right shoulder whilst playing rugby. This injury resulted in recurrent dislocations, which has caused issues later in his…
Ironman Andriy is back in the pool 6 weeks after biceps tenodesis and subacromial decompression for his shoulder injury Make an enquiry< Back to all patient stories I would like to thank Professor Noorani for the surgery and treatment. From the first moment, I had no doubts that I found very experienced person I could…
