Indeed, a degenerative meniscus tear cannot be normal? Right? Hang on a moment. We will get to that. Many people with meniscus tears sit apprehensively in my office expecting to leave my office with a … continue reading
When Can I Return To Work ?
When can I return to work after surgery is a common and appropriate question heard by Orthopedic Surgeons. The answer to this question is not always straightforward. This is a tricky area where patients and … continue reading
Reinventing The Role of the Orthopedic “Surgeon”
The role of an orthopedic surgeon is going to evolve and change dramatically over the next 5-10 years. It might occur sooner than that. We as a group of specialists can sit by and wait, … continue reading
Recovering From An Injury … It’s More Complicated Than You Think
The recovery from an injury or surgery is often far more complicated than we anticipate. 20+ years of experience has taught me a lot. And most all of that experience will benefit you. Very few … continue reading
Aerobic Fitness, and Living Well: Let’s Live Better Lives
We are going to review an exciting paper on the topic of fitness. Not specific exercises or diets, just aerobic fitness. It’s not a secret that aerobic fitness leads to a longer life for many. … continue reading
Batter’s Shoulder : Posterior Labral Tears
A baseball batter’s shoulder is an injury unique to batting that causes a posterior labral tear in your non-dominant, leading shoulder which faces the pitcher. What is a batter’s shoulder? Baseball batters generate a ton … continue reading
Do I need a knee replacement?
Do I need a knee replacement? I don’t know .. do you think it’s time for a knee replacement? I can not tell you how often I have this discussion with people. Let’s just put … continue reading
Should We MRI All Patients With Joint Pain?
You wake up one morning and your shoulder hurts. You’re not sure why and blame it on your sleeping position. Or perhaps you bent down to pick something up and when you stand up your … continue reading
Why does the top of my shoulder hurt ?
Sorry to say, but most people will eventually suffer from shoulder pain. Whether your pain is due to an injury or you simply woke up with the pain many of you worry that you might … continue reading