When to Consider Knee Replacement
If someone has severe arthritis and conservative measures no longer help, knee replacement surgery is often the best option for permanent pain relief and restored mobility. Major advances over the past decade have revolutionized the way we perform the surgery, and nobody should live with unrelenting pain. More than 700,000 knee replacements are performed in the United States each year. After the procedure and recovery, most patients say you cannot put a price on what they gained. Advances in implant design mean a knee replacement could last 25 to 30 years. Nowadays, most major joint replacement centers use regional anesthesia, …
Partial Knee Replacement
Knee pain is a very common problem. If your knee has been bothering you for a while or keeping you from activities you enjoy, the new year is a good time to take action. I encourage you to resolve to get the right diagnosis; resolve to take action to relieve the painresolve to live life to the fullest, life pain-free. For some people, strategies such as physical therapy and weight loss may bring so much improvement, they will feel like they have a “new” knee. For others with severe arthritis and constant pain, a “new knee” in the form of a …
Knee Pain
Experiencing Knee Pain and Treatment Options Knee pain is a very common problem. If your knee has been bothering you for a while or keeping you from activities you enjoy, perhaps it is a good time to see a doctor for an evaluation. Obtaining the right diagnosis and taking action for pain relief is vital to continue to maintain your independence and active lifestyle. Weight Loss and Outpatient Physical Therapy to Aid in Knee Pain For some people, strategies such as outpatient physical therapy and weight loss may bring so much improvement, they will feel like they have a “new” …
Hip Pain
Many people experience hip pain from time to time, especially if they lead an active lifestyle. A good deal of walking and hiking while on vacation or rushing to finish chores over the holidays can lead to a sore hip. People experience pain from overdoing it. Known as an “overuse injury,” it results from repetitive stress on the muscles, joints and tendons. Usually, the best way to deal with pain from overuse is to take it easy for a while. We advise patients to rest their hip, take an over-the-counter anti-inflammatory medication as long as they don’t have gastrointestinal issues, …
Top Myths about Arthritis: Knowing the Facts Can Help You Manage it Better
Arthritis is a painful condition that can make activities of daily living difficult, if not impossible.Osteoarthritis, the most common form of the disease, affects millions of Americans and is caused by wear and tear on a joint.Itoften affects the knee or the hip. Misconceptions about arthritis are prevalent, but knowing the facts can help people to better manage the disease. Here are the top myths and facts about arthritis: 1- MYTH: If you have arthritis, you shouldn’t exercise.FACT: It may seem counterintuitive, but the appropriate exercise canhelp many people feel better. Certain exercises, such as swimming or the stationary bicycle, can help …
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