You just returned home from the emergency room. You or your child twisted their knee and felt a pop. Unable to walk, an emergency room visit seemed very
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Impingement Syndrome [Video]: Can A Bone Spur Cause Shoulder Pain?
Impingement syndrome was a name coined many decades ago. Back then we thought that impingement syndrome was the cause of shoulder pain and rotator cuff tears.
Serious Shoulder Injuries. When Should I See A Doctor?
Shoulder injuries can be serious. How can you tell? When do you need to consider seeing a doctor after you injured your shoulder? Let's say you
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
Often Times Doing Less Is Doing More
Most of my time as a surgeon is not spent in an operating room, or preparing for an operation. Most of my day is spent listening, teaching,
Physical Therapy Before ACL Surgery Improves Your Results
When you tear your anterior cruciate ligament or ACL your knee swells with blood. When the knee swells, that triggers a cascade of events which causes you to
What Is Medial Joint Space Narrowing?
Medial joint space narrowing is a common term many of you will see in your x-ray and MRI reports. Medial joint space narrowing is a long-winded way of
Why Does My Knee Swell ?
Knee swelling after an injury can be sign that your knee injury is serious. In general, knee swelling is a very common reason to see an Orthopedic Surgeon.
Shoulder Pain When Lifting The Arm : Causes and Cures
Not being able to lift our arms because of shoulder pain is a prevalent problem. Some of you woke up and couldn't move your shoulder. Some of you may have
Heart Rate Variability (HRV), Training & Performance
Heart rate variability (HRV) is an important marker of an individual’s physiological stress level. When properly analyzed in the context of training, it can be
Does Running Cause Knee Arthritis?
Runners are always concerned about how long they will be able to continue running. Runners can't imagine not running. Running has long been a source
How Do You Choose A Surgeon For Your ACL Surgery?
The parents of an ACL injured athlete faces many challenging choices. Is ACL surgery necessary? Which ACL surgery technique best suits my child's