The pain due to severe osteoarthritis can be debilitating. If you have had injections, physical therapy, tried a brace and your pain remains awful it is likely that your surgeon will offer you a knee … continue reading
Why Can’t I Straighten My Knee?
Simply put, if you are unable to straighten your knee after an injury, you may have a severe knee injury. Even mild injuries can also cause a loss of full motion. How do we tell … continue reading
Is My Knee Injury Serious? 5 Signs to Look For.
Your knee twists, you hear a pop, and now you have knee swelling and pain when bending your knee. Perhaps you were struck by another player and have bruising, but no swelling. Are these severe … continue reading
Serious Shoulder Injuries. When Should I See A Doctor?
Shoulder injuries can be serious. You fell on your shoulder and heard a pop. Or you now notice a bump on your shoulder. Is this a serious shoulder injury? Some of you fell or … continue reading
Recovery From An MCL Injury?
The medial collateral ligament or the MCL is a large ligament running along the inner side of the knee. The MCL helps prevent the knee from caving inward. MCL injuries can occur from being hit … continue reading
Achilles Tendon Pain in Runners. Tendinopathy Explained.
The achilles tendon has brought down mythical warriors and many weekend warriors alike. Tendinopathy- by definition, implies that some degree of degeneration is occurring within your tendons. It sounds scary, or you might be rolling … continue reading
Did I Tear My ACL?
Most ACL injuries occur after a non-contact twisting injury. ACL tears can also occur after being struck on the side of your leg. Most athletes will pivot or twist, run and feel a pop … continue reading
Meniscus Tears In Golfers
Meniscus tears or injuries are very common. Because of the significant amount of turning and pivoting with golf, the meniscus is under a lot of stress. Golfing can cause meniscus tears, but they are not … continue reading
The Risks of Blood Transfusions in Knee Replacement Surgery
Knee replacement surgery is performed for people with severe pain and poor quality of life due to arthritis. As the baby boomer generation ages the number of knee replacements performed every year continues to … continue reading