Parameniscal cysts are a very common finding on a knee MRI. The word parameniscal means "next to the meniscus". A cyst is simply a fluid-filled space or sack.
Severe Medial Knee Pain Explained: The Terrible Triad
Severe pain on the inner or medial side of the knee can be disabling. Many people with terrible pain on the inner or medial side of the knee do not recall
The Dislocated Kneecap: It Is More Common Than You Think
Patella dislocations are far more common than we previously thought. Many people assume that an athlete who feels a pop during an injury has torn their
A New Knee Arthritis Treatment Alternative: Arterial Embolization
Osteoarthritis of the knee can be a very disabling condition. Common treatments for arthritis of the knee includes anti-inflammatory medications, physical
Is Blood Flow Restriction Therapy Useful In Recovery From ACL Surgery?
One of the biggest challenges in ACL rehab is regaining adequate strength in the surgical leg. Even at 1 year post-op, many patients still demonstrate
Alternative to Knee Replacement: Knee Joint Distraction
Osteoarthritis of the knee can cause severe pain and quality of life issues. Knee pain due to arthritis can be disabling when it has progressed to its most
Partial Menisectomy: Common Cause Of Arthritis in Elite Athletes
The meniscus is a cartilage disc and cushion within the knee. Meniscus tears are common in athletes. Surgical removal of a the meniscus tear is referred to as
Can Running Prevent Arthritis ?
Running does not cause arthritis. This is actually not a new finding. Researchers have known for years that running will not cause arthritis. Runners, in
The Peroneal Nerve and Leg Pain
The peroneal nerve is a large nerve that starts from behind your knee and travels down the outer side of your leg. The peroneal nerve sits close to a bone we
Cartilage Regeneration : New Techniques For Cartilage Repair- MACI
Cartilage regeneration has been a focus of Orthopedic Surgeons for decades. Cartilage damage or defects can occur after an injury such as an ACL tear.
Mayo Clinic finds surprising results on first-ever test of stem cell therapy to treat arthritis
Source: orthospinenews.com JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Researchers at Mayo Clinic’s campus in Florida have conducted the world’s first prospective, blinded and
Video: Patellar Dislocation and Surgical Decision Making
A patellar dislocation is a painful, uncommon cause of knee pain. There are many potential causes of a patellar dislocation. They include: sports injuries,