John B. Arnold is an Orthopedic Surgeon based in Adelaide, SA, Australia. He looks after people with painful joint and tendon problems, from ongoing arthritis issues to injuries that need prompt treatment. Many patients come in after things have been getting worse over time, and others just want a clear plan for what to do next.
In clinic, John focuses on the everyday things that affect mobility and comfort. That includes osteoarthritis and other arthritis pain, where walking, standing, and even getting up from a chair can start to feel harder. He also helps with hip and knee problems, including hip and knee replacement when non-surgical options aren’t enough for the relief people need.
John also treats tendon and foot conditions. Achilles tendon rupture is one area he sees, especially when people have sudden pain and trouble pushing off the foot. He can also help with tenosynovitis, which is inflammation around a tendon, often linked to overuse or a flare-up. Flat feet (and the strain that can come with them) are another common reason people seek his care.
Acute pain and chronic pain are both on the list, so treatment often starts with a careful check of what’s going on, what’s been tried already, and what matters most to the patient. At times, the best approach is about calming things down and improving movement. Other times, surgery may be part of the plan, depending on the injury or joint wear.
John has clinical experience caring for orthopaedic patients across a range of musculoskeletal conditions. He is trained in orthopaedic surgery, with the day-to-day focus on getting people back to walking, moving, and living with less pain.
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