Heading to Japan, South Korea or Europe for a year-end ski holiday? Skiing injuries involving the knees, shoulders and ankles can turn a dream getaway into a painful experience, especially for Singaporeans who aren't used to winter sports. Lance Alexander speaks with Dr Lester Tan Teong Jin, Senior Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon at Oxford Orthopaedics, about common skiing injuries, how to prepare your body before hitting the slopes, mistakes to avoid and warning signs you shouldn't ignore after a fall. Plus, can an untreated skiing injury cause long-term joint damage?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Heading to Japan, South Korea or Europe for a year-end ski holiday? Skiing injuries involving the knees, shoulders and ankles can turn a dream getaway into a painful experience, especially for Singaporeans who aren't used to winter sports. Lance Alexander speaks with&nbsp;Dr Lester Tan Teong Jin, Senior Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon at Oxford Orthopaedics, about common skiing injuries, how to prepare your body before hitting the slopes, mistakes to avoid and warning signs you shouldn't ignore after a fall. Plus, can an untreated skiing injury cause long-term joint damage?See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Skiing Injuries - How to stay safe on your winter holiday