Knee fractures can be devastating injuries that significantly impact mobility and quality of life. Open Reduction and Internal Fixation (ORIF) is a surgical procedure often used to treat severe knee fractures, providing stability and promoting proper healing. This blog will explore what ORIF entails, when it’s necessary, the surgical procedure, recovery, and the potential benefits …
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Knee arthrodesis, also known as knee fusion, is a surgical procedure designed to treat severe knee pain and instability when other treatments have failed. While it may not be as commonly discussed as knee replacement, it is an essential option for certain patients. This blog will explore what knee arthrodesis is, why it might be …
Knee pain can be a debilitating condition that affects daily activities and overall quality of life. For many individuals, particularly those with arthritis localized to one part of the knee, a partial knee replacement (also known as unicompartmental knee replacement) offers a less invasive option than total knee replacement. This procedure can provide significant pain …
Knee pain is a common ailment that affects millions of people worldwide, limiting mobility and impacting the quality of life. Traditional treatments include medications, physical therapy, and, in severe cases, surgery. However, a newer, minimally invasive option called Peripheral Nerve Stimulation (PNS) offers hope for those suffering from chronic knee pain. This innovative therapy targets …
All About Resuming Normal Activity After Knee Replacement Knee replacement surgery is a common procedure with a very high success rate. In most cases, this surgery is performed under general anesthesia. Its goal is to remove the bone and damaged cartilage from where the shin bone and thigh bone meet at the knees. These surfaces …
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When to Visit an Orthopedic Clinic If you’re living with back pain or knee pain that interferes with your quality of life, you may need to see a special doctor. An orthopedic doctor can diagnose your condition and provide you with a customized treatment plan that brings you relief. Orthopedic doctors undergo extensive training on …
Discover What Sports Medicine Is And How It Can Help You Sports medicine is a branch of medicine devoted to diagnosing, treating, and preventing injuries related to sports and exercise. There are a number of healthcare professionals who support sports medicine including orthopedic surgeons, sports medicine doctors, dieticians, athletic trainers, and physical therapists. They work …
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How to Walk Properly Walking offers countless benefits. If you walk on a regular basis, you can strengthen bones, improve balance, reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke, ease joint pain, increase energy, and so much more. While walking is a healthy activity, it can lead to foot pain and various foot conditions if …
Your joint replacement won’t last forever. Check this out to find out why, and what you can do about it. Why Joint Replacements Do Not Last Forever You may have heard it down the grapevine or may have experienced it yourself – an individual has undergone a hip replacement not too long ago and now …
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One of the latest and most precise methods of modern diagnostic imaging, PET, or Positron Emission Tomography was celebrated by TIME Magazine as the medical invention of the year in 2000. What is a PET Scan? Positron Emission Tomography, or PET, scan is a diagnostic tool used to help doctors observe how tissue and organs …
