Dr. Roy Endenburg

29/07/2026

The Ischiofemoral Ligament

Big word. Simple concept. Let's break it down 👇

Your hip joint is essentially a ball sitting inside a socket. To keep that ball from popping out every time you move, your body has a system of strong fibres called ligaments that wrap around the joint like a seatbelt.

The ischiofemoral ligament is one of them.

To put it more plainly:

🦴 The ischium is part of your pelvis, think of it as the bone you sit on.
🔵 The acetabulum is the socket part of your hip joint, the "cup" that holds the ball of your thigh bone.
💪 This ligament runs from the back of that cup and wraps around the joint capsule - the tough sleeve of tissue that surrounds and protects your entire hip joint.

Its job?
To prevent your hip from over-rotating and to keep everything stable when you move, walk, or twist.
It's one of three main ligaments holding your hip together and when it's damaged, you know about it. 🙏

💬 Did you know your hip had its own built-in seatbelt?

27/07/2026

🚫 MYTH: Running destroys your knees.

✅ FACT:
Research shows recreational running does not increase the risk of knee arthritis and may actually keep joints healthier.

Studies have found that recreational runners have lower rates of knee arthritis than sedentary individuals. Running strengthens the muscles around the knee, supports cartilage health, and helps maintain a healthy weight, all of which protect the joint long term.

The key word is recreational. Overtraining and ignoring pain are where problems start. But running itself? Your knees can handle it. 🙏

24/07/2026

💡 Did You Know?
Every month, Dr Roy performs:

🦴 6 Hip Replacements
- most commonly for hip osteoarthritis, restoring pain-free movement to patients whose cartilage has worn away.

🦵 8 Knee Arthroscopies -
most commonly for meniscal tears, treating damage inside the knee through tiny minimally invasive incisions.

Over two decades at Constantiaberg Medi-Clinic. Hundreds of patients a year getting their quality of life back. You're in experienced hands. 🙏

📩 Book a consultation:
https://royendenburg.com/contact/

22/07/2026

🧘 Pilates & Joint Stability | Part 2 of 2

The best Pilates moves for your hips and knees 👇

🔸 Clam Shell:
targets the glutes, reducing inward knee collapse

🔸 Bridge:
activates glutes and hamstrings, great post-surgery

🔸 Side-Lying Leg Lifts:
strengthens hip stabilisers that protect the knee

🔸 Heel Slides:
gentle knee flexion without joint loading, ideal for recovery

🔸 Single Leg Stretch:
builds core control and hip flexor strength

Always consult your surgeon or physiotherapist before starting a new exercise programme, especially post-surgery. 🙏

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20/07/2026

💜 Juvenile Arthritis Awareness Month | Part 2 of 2

A diagnosis of Juvenile Arthritis can feel overwhelming, but it is not the end of a full, active, joyful childhood. With early intervention and the right support, so much is possible. 🙏

To every parent navigating this, you are not alone, and help is available. 💛

18/07/2026

🟡🟢 Happy Nelson Mandela Day! 🇿🇦

This year, we're giving our 67 minutes a little differently, with a 67-Minute Movement Challenge in honour of Madiba. 🙌

Because movement is one of the greatest gifts you can give your body.

Here's the challenge 👇

🚶 A walk in your neighbourhood
🧘 A gentle stretch or yoga session
💃 Dancing in your living room
🚴 A slow cycle
🏊 A swim

Every minute counts. Every body counts. Every level of mobility counts. 💛

Whether you do it alone, with family, or with a friend - get moving today in honour of a man who never stopped. 🙏

💬 Tag us in your 67-minute movement and inspire someone else to get up and go!

17/07/2026

We asked him, when he's not in the theatre/consulting rooms, what does he enjoy doing to unwind?

Watch to hear it for yourself, and yes, he has thoughts on rugby too. ▶️

13/07/2026

🚫 MYTH:
Knee arthroscopy is a major surgery with a long recovery.

✅ FACT:
It's minimally invasive and most patients are back on their feet within days.

Arthroscopy uses a small camera inserted through tiny incisions to diagnose and treat problems inside the knee, including meniscus tears, cartilage damage, and loose bodies.

Less trauma. Less pain. Faster recovery.
Most patients go home the same day. 🙏

💬 Have questions about whether arthroscopy is right for you? DM us or drop them below! 👇

Dr. Roy Endenburg is a General Orthopaedic Surgeon in Cape Town, concentrating on lower limb problems.

10/07/2026

🎬 Q&A with Dr Roy

"What's one thing about being a doctor that people might not expect?"

See what he has to say ▶️

08/07/2026

🧘 Pilates & Joint Stability | Part 1 of 2

If you've been told to strengthen the muscles around your hips or knees - Pilates might be one of the best things you can add to your routine.

Unlike high-impact exercise, Pilates focuses on controlled, low-impact movement that targets the deep stabilising muscles critical for protecting your joints.

Here's what it does 👇

🔹 Strengthens the core:
reducing load on your hips and knees with every step
🔹 Activates the glutes:
weak glutes are a leading contributor to knee pain
🔹 Improves proprioception:
better balance, lower risk of falls and injury

Whether you're recovering from surgery, managing arthritis, or protecting your joints long term, Pilates is worth considering. 🙏

Part 2 coming soon, "The best Pilates moves for hip and knee stability. "👀

💬 Have you tried Pilates? Tell us below! 👇