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The average American walks between 3,000 to 4,000 steps per day. Each time you take a step, you’re using your knees. When you stand, you’re putting pressure on your knees. You’re even using your knees if they’re bent when you sit. All of this can wear out your knees over time and cause osteoarthritis. Sometimes,…
Knee pain can interfere with your work and daily activities. When it’s mild or moderate, you may use over-the-counter pain medications to cope with the pain. You may only have to forgo a few activities that you enjoy, because of your limited range of motion. However, as it progresses in severity, an orthopedic surgeon may…
Knee replacement surgery is a standard procedure designed to give your severely injured knee a new lease on life. But before recommending surgery, your orthopedic doctor will first exhaust conservative (nonsurgical) treatments to relieve your pain, such as physical therapy and medications. Only when your body does not respond well to nonsurgical options will your…
Knee surgery is considered major surgery. Minimally-invasive techniques may shorten the duration of surgery and recovery period, but postoperative patients may still find the recovery period challenging. The best way to prepare for knee surgery post-op care is through coordination with your surgeon, family, and friends. Generally, here’s what to expect of knee surgery post-operation…
Your knees are no exception to the wear and tear that comes with age. The largest joint in your body (the knee) is also susceptible to overuse and trauma, which can significantly limit the activities you enjoy. One of the treatments you can explore when your knees begin to give way is knee replacement surgery….
Knee pain is one of the most common reasons why patients see their orthopedic doctor. Being a weight-bearing joint, our knees take a lot of wear and tear over the years or while playing a sport. Patients young and old may experience knee pain due to an injury or disease. Treatments for knee pain are…
Arthroscopic surgery is a modern, minimally invasive procedure that allows surgeons to both inspect the internal structure of your knee and correct any abnormalities at the same time. After arthroscopy, patients do not have extensive wounds. Recovery after arthroscopy is also usually faster than after the more traditional “open” surgery. Nevertheless, some patients may continue…
Knee replacement surgery is a common procedure that involves removing damaged tissue in the knee and replacing it with artificial parts. The artificial parts take on the responsibilities of the damaged tissue they replace, so your knee can function well once again. Every person’s recovery process will be a little different, and your doctor will…
The knee is one of the most important joints in the body because it helps us stand, walk, run, jump, and more. When the knee gets damaged due to injury or degenerative disease, it can have debilitating effects on your life. Thousands of knee procedures are performed across the country every day. Let’s take a…
