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Howard J. Luks, MD

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Osteoarthritis

Exercise is more important than ever

Does Exercise Cause Osteoarthritis?

Osteoarthritis (OA) is a prevalent condition. Age, weight, our metabolic health, and prior injuries contribute to our risk of developing OA. Each and

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Does ACL Surgery Prevent Arthritis?

ACL tears are far more common than in the past.  Up until recently our primary goal of ACL surgery was to stabilize your knee to prevent further damage.  It

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Managing Knee Arthritis Pain Without Surgery

Osteoarthritis of the knee is the cause of significant pain and disability.  Many people do not clearly understand what osteoarthritis is.  Your

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PRP for Knee Arthritis

PRP or Platelet Rich Plasma injections have once again been shown to be effective for minimizing the pain associated with arthritis of the knee. PRP for Knee

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Knee Replacement Surgery Alternatives

Considering knee replacement surgery is a tough decision to make. Prior to taking the leap, many will try all reasonable alternatives to knee surgery

PRP Arthritis of the Knee

Degenerative Joint Disease Treatments

Millions of people suffer from degenerative joint disease (DJD), or osteoarthritis(OA) of the knee. Degenerative joint disease of the knee is the cause of

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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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ACL Tears and Young Athletes

I've spoken to horribly disabled old football players who told me they'd do it all again, whatever life's sacrifice, just to have played the game. How many

Considering a Total Knee Replacement?

If you are considering a total knee replacement you no doubt you are in significant pain, you likely have a significant disability and your quality of life is

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