Any physical activity carries with it the risk of injury. Many of these injuries are acute, occurring suddenly and usually resulting in pain for only for a short duration. Other injuries develop over a long period of time, such as repetitive-motion injuries, which are usually due to work or Read More
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Partial Knee Replacement Surgery Journey
A partial knee replacement involves replacing damaged bone and cartilage on the inside, outer part, or front of the knee joint with artificial parts. Since the surgery aims to replace damage in just one part of the knee, the range of motion is preserved and recovery tends to be quicker. A partial Read More
How Can Total Knee Replacement Help You?
If the arthritis pain in your knee has become debilitating, your orthopedic doctor may recommend having a total knee replacement. You may be surprised to learn that knee replacement surgery is exceptionally safe, effective, and usually outpatient – so you can go home later that day. Today’s joint Read More
How To Treat PTTD in 3 Steps
Posterior tibial tendon dysfunction (PTTD), also referred to as acquired flatfoot, results from changes in the tendon at the back of the ankle. The condition impairs its ability to support the arch of the foot. As the condition progresses, it can lead to pain, swelling, and, eventually, a fallen Read More
Tips to a Successful Reverse Shoulder Replacement Surgery
A reverse shoulder replacement surgery involves your surgeon replacing the damaged shoulder tissues with prosthetic parts that simply have the ball and the socket in reverse order. This type of surgery is usually recommended for patients who have significant rotator cuff damage. Let’s talk about Read More
How to Prevent Posterior Tibial Tendon Dysfunction
The posterior tibial tendon is a very important tendon in the leg. It attaches the calf muscles to the bones in the inner part of the foot. It also supports the arch of the foot. The posterior tibial can suffer insufficiency or dysfunction, also known as acquired flatfoot. People affected by this Read More
Top 5 Reasons Why Foot and Ankle Pain is a Serious Problem
Your feet and ankles tell a lot about your overall health. It is no secret that serious medical conditions will cause changes in the lower extremities. Your feet and ankles provide stability and mobility. They take you where you need to go, making them very important to your quality of life. Pain Read More
How Do I Know if Shoulder Replacement Surgery is Necessary?
Shoulder replacement surgery is usually recommended to patients who fail to experience adequate relief from shoulder pain using conservative treatments. Pain, whether it’s from a problematic rotator cuff or osteoarthritis, can be very restricting. During shoulder replacement surgery, the doctor Read More
What Is an Arthroscopy Procedure?
Orthopedic problems, such as ACL tears and carpal tunnel syndrome, used to require complex surgeries with large incisions and lengthy recoveries. Eliminate all that with an arthroscopy procedure from your orthopedic specialists. Learn about arthroscopy, and let us help you decide if it's the right Read More
Is It Time to See an Orthopedic Surgeon?
Getting a referral for an orthopedic surgeon can seem scary, but it's actually a good idea. Our orthopedic surgeons in Naples, Florida, are experts in all things musculoskeletal. They not only operate on bones and joints but also provide non-surgical options to increase mobility, heal pain, and Read More
