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10 Recommendations To Thrive With Osteoarthritis of the Knee
Osteoarthritis of the knee is a prevalent health issue. Despite a diagnosis of arthritis of the knee, the majority of you can live an active, happy
You cannot unsee your MRI report
Can it be harmful to view your MRI report? Clearly the answer is yes. Maybe not for all of you... but certainly for a good number of you. I have
Burning Knee Pain
The knee joint is a common source of pain. There are many ways that people use to describe the pain that they have. Some have sharp pain, some dull, others
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
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
What is Cartilage? Terminology Tuesday
What is Cartilage? Cartilage is a hard, rubbery substance found within all of our joints. Cartilage functions as a shock absorber, and in most instances, it
4 Key Considerations When Choosing Your ACL Surgeon
Did you know the majority of Orthopedic Surgeons perform only a handful of ACL reconstructions a year? Usually less than one per month. Does that matter?
As Sports Medicine Surges, Hope Springs Eternal….
“Unfortunately in our field, there often is acceptance and use before there is data,” When I came through my training, I never saw patients over 40 who
New Research on PRP Injection for Sports Injuries and Osteoarthritis
New research shows PRP injection (Platelet-Rich Plasma) is being used in orthopaedics with increasing frequency and effectiveness for sports injuries and
MRI Over-Utilzation in Athletes … and *Us* Too! At what Cost?
Over-Testing and Over-Utilization of Healthcare Technology I have utilized this blog on multiple occasions to discuss the issue of overuse
Platelet Rich Plasma
Platelet Rich Plasma , or PRP has been received quite a bit of attention in the medical and public literature recently. This is one of the techniques we now