Osteoarthritis of the knee is responsible for a significant amount of suffering and disability. Millions of Americans suffer from Osteoarthritis.
What are my knee replacement options?
One of the most promising techniques is managing your arthritis knee pain before you need to have a knee replacement. A very new procedure has given many
How are SLAP tears fixed?
SLAP tears are fixed arthroscopically. The torn labrum is sewn back to the socket or glenoid with a number of sutures. You will need to rest your arm in a
Do all SLAP tears need to be fixed?
Definitely not. Many people will develop SLAP lesions from normal use of the shoulder throughout their lives. Many post-mortem studies show that the vast
What is a SLAP lesion or labral tear?
A SLAP lesion is a tear of the labrum or cartilage disc that encircles the "socket" of the shoulder. A tear can occur as a result of a single traumatic event.
Which Knee Replacement system do you prefer?
Are all knee replacements the same? Each system has it shortcomings and benefits. We currently use knee replacement systems that will accommodate a woman's
I have been told I have a frozen shoulder… what is that?
I have completely updated this post ... please refer to this post on Frozen Shoulder A frozen shoulder is simply a phrase we use for a shoulder joint that
What is cortisone and how do cortisone injections work?
Cortisone is a form of steroid. This type of steroid is a very strong anti-inflammatory -- which is why it is usually successful at alleviating the pain
I have been told I have calcium deposits in my shoulder… what is that?
Calcific tendonitis or calcium in your rotator cuff is one of the most painful shoulder conditions I see in the office. The pain from calcific tendonitis
Considering a Total Knee Replacement?
If you are considering a total knee replacement you no doubt you are in significant pain, you likely have a significant disability and your quality of life is
They Work !!! Checklists and Protocols Save Lives.
From JAMA: Conclusion Over the 4-year period from 2005 through 2008 in 9 diverse metropolitan areas, rates of invasive health
Pitching in early teenage years
For years I have been telling parents to minimize the amount of time their children spend pitching and instead concentrate on teaching the basics and the finer
