If you are thinking about having joint replacement surgery, you most likely have been told by your orthopedic specialist that conservative therapies are no longer sufficient in keeping your pain under control so that you can do the things you want to do. This pain is likely caused by Read More
Joint Replacement Institute
What is involved with the pre-operative evaluation for total knee replacement?
Preparations for total knee replacement surgery occurs weeks before the surgery. Apart from lifestyle and medication modifications, your surgeon will also perform pre-operative planning which includes a pre-operative evaluation. The surgeon needs to gather all the pertinent information to determine Read More
Don’t Shrug Off Shoulder Replacement Surgery
While surgery is never the preferred option for anyone, it can sometimes be the only viable and effective solution. When this applies, it is best to seriously consider surgery instead of shrugging it off. If you severely injure or damage your shoulder, or have found conservative treatments do not Read More
When to Visit a Sports Medicine Physician
Living a healthy lifestyle means that you stay active through exercise or by playing a sport. But regardless of how hard you try, accidents and injuries are inevitable. Even professional athletes cannot avoid them. To the rescue are sports medicine physicians. These are healthcare providers who Read More
Signs of Needing Hip Replacement Surgery
Your hip is a ball-and-socket joint, and it has a protective cartilage cushioning to allow for smooth movement of the joint. Synovial fluid lubricates the cartilage to reduce friction during movement. If your cartilage becomes thin due to normal wear-and-tear or if the synovial fluid dries up, you Read More
Reasons You Should See An Orthopedic Doctor
Orthopedic doctors are experts of the musculoskeletal system, which includes the bones, muscles, tendons, ligaments, joints, and other connective tissue. So, when is the right time to see an orthopedic doctor? Before we get to that, let’s take a look at what an orthopedic doctor does. What Does An Read More
Preparing for Joint Replacement Surgery
If you're up for joint replacement surgery, you’re not alone. Roughly a million Americans undergo joint replacement surgery every year. While there are many alternatives for treating joint problems, joint replacement is sometimes the last and only option that can bring lasting pain relief and Read More
Recovery From A Total Joint Replacement Surgery
If you are dealing with persistent joint pain and a limited range of motion, you may be considering total joint replacement surgery. Total joint replacement surgery is a procedure that helps to relieve chronic joint pain and improve mobility when other treatments have been unsuccessful. Joint Read More
What You Need to Know About the Coronavirus – and How to Protect Yourself and Those You Love
The Civil War, Pearl Harbor, 9/11 … America has faced many adversities in its history and has managed to emerge stronger in the aftermath. But how do you fight and defeat an invisible medical enemy – especially one as seemingly challenging as the global COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic? The first Read More
Types of Foot Deformities
Everyone experiences foot pain at some point in their lives. However, some people have chronic issues that are caused by foot deformities. Some foot deformities are congenital, which means they develop when you are born. Many foot deformities form as you get older. Here are the most common types Read More
