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Howard J. Luks, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon Sports Medicine Specialist

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Can A Meniscus Tear Heal?

Meniscus tears are a very common injury.  Since many people over 50 will have one and many more over 70 will have one it is normal to wonder if a meniscus tear

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

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What is The Cause of Meniscus Tears? Expert Series

Derrick Rose is out again.  This time he has torn a meniscus in his knee.   The meniscus is the primary shock absorber in our knee.  The meniscus plays a

WHy did my knee pop

Why Does Your Knee Snap and Pop?

Woah... My knee popped---  what going on?  Knees that snap and pop are very common and are a common reason for you to seek out an expert

Do I need meniscus surgery

Meniscus Tears… Why Surgery Isn’t Always Necessary

Meniscus tears are very common.  Each knee has two menisci which serve as cushions.  They can tear due to degeneration, or they can tear due to trauma or a

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