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Running may prevent arthritis

Can Running Prevent Arthritis ?

Running does not cause arthritis. This is actually not a new finding. Researchers have known for years that running will not cause arthritis. Runners, in

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Mayo Clinic finds surprising results on first-ever test of stem cell therapy to treat arthritis

Source: orthospinenews.com JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Researchers at Mayo Clinic’s campus in Florida have conducted the world’s first prospective, blinded and

Bowed legs and medial knee pain

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

swollen knee serious knee injury

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

What is PRP or Platelet Rich Plasma

Many patient are battling severe pain due to arthritis or tendonitis, such as tennis elbow.   When non surgical treatments such as physical therapy,

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Osteoarthritis: A Common Cause ~ and Possible Prevention

Osteoarthritis has many causes.  Genetics, trauma, environmental, and chronic repetitive stresses have all been implicated.   Traumatic osteoarthritis is very

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Why Patients Seek Second Opinions

 Healthcare and Social Media Shared Decision Making in Orthopedic Surgery This has been a very busy week already.  I have seen many second opinions and I am

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