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Joint replacement surgery, also known as arthroplasty, is a procedure that involves removing part of or the entire diseased joint and replacing it with a prosthesis to provide long-term pain relief and restore normal function. The procedure may be necessary for cases where there is extensive joint damage or where symptoms no longer respond to
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Surgery or No Surgery? Let’s Talk About Knee Injuries
The knee is a complex structure made up of bones, cartilage, ligaments, meniscus, and tendons. It is the largest joint in the body and is responsible for a number of crucial functions, such as bearing weight, maintaining stability, and supporting the body in an upright position without requiring muscles to work. The knee absorbs a lot
Read MoreWinning The Injury Recovery Race: Effects of Sports Injuries on Athletes
Injuries are a part of playing sports. Athletes, both amateurs and professionals, need to be educated on injury prevention and receive comprehensive injury treatment when necessary in order to keep playing their sport. As an athlete, the game becomes a huge part of who you are. It becomes your identity and a source of confidence.
Read MoreHelpful Tips from a Sports Medicine Doctor on How to Prevent Injuries
Whether you like to dribble on the court or on the driveway, jog or run for exercise every day, or participate in any other physical activity, we never know when an injury might happen. You could suffer from an acute injury when you simply move your leg the wrong way or step off of a
Read MoreWhen should I see a knee doctor to treat my pain
Knee pain is very common and can have different causes. Whether young or mature, you can experience knee pain. When knee pain is experienced by a young person, it’s usually a result of an injury. Older adults and the elderly experiencing knee pain may be due to wear and tear or arthritis. Knee pain that
Read MoreWhen Back Pain Should Be Evaluated by an Orthopedic Doctor
Back pain is so common that we often ignore it or neglect it. But without proper treatment, it can develop into a more severe and chronic condition. An orthopedic doctor specializes in the musculoskeletal system, so this type of physician can diagnose and treat your back pain in a way that works for you. Let’s
Read MoreCommon Leg Injuries During Winter Sports
Winter is not just a season full of cold and gloomy days. On the contrary: With a whole new set of seasonal sports to try out, winter can also be fun and exciting. However, snow sports and ice sports have their own set of risks, especially leg injuries. Before you set out to enjoy wintertime
Read MoreThe Treatment for Knee Arthritis Is Determined by Its Severity
The two most common forms of knee arthritis are rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis, although other forms may affect your knees, as well. While there are many treatments available for arthritis, not every treatment is suitable for every patient. An orthopedic doctor treats arthritis based on its severity and how it impacts your life. Mild Arthritis
Read MoreWhy You Shouldn’t Ignore Shoulder Pain
It’s part of living to get occasional aches and pains. Our bodies move all day long, and sometimes, we can experience injuries or develop conditions that lead to pain. However, if the aching doesn’t get better with time or go away with the RICE (rest, icing, compression, elevation) method, you could be looking at a
Read MoreIs MAKOplasty a Good Choice for My Hip Replacement?
Joint replacement surgery is a big ordeal – but thanks to the new minimally invasive techniques like MAKOplasty, even a full hip replacement can be performed on an outpatient basis. In MAKOplasty, the surgeon utilizes robotic technology for pinpoint accuracy in removing diseased tissue and replacing it with prosthetic materials. This technology requires much smaller
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