Having a total joint replacement brings new challenges and opportunities. While you are thrilled to finally be able to take on new activities after having your joint replaced, you should be careful with certain activities to avoid reinjure or too much strain on your new joint. Let’s talk about some activities that should be avoided […]
Knee Pain
Orthopedic Problems Seen in Pregnancy
Pregnancy is an exciting time, filled with a rollercoaster of emotions and experiences. For some women, pregnancy is also filled with a variety of symptoms from the physical and hormonal changes occurring in the body. Some of these problems specifically affect the mother’s musculoskeletal system. Let’s discuss some of the most common orthopedic problems you […]
Acute Knee Pain and Chronic Knee Pain: There’s a Difference
Your knee is a vital joint that supports much of your weight. Most of the time, you don’t usually need to give your knees a second thought. However, the constant pressure on the knees makes them vulnerable to disease and injury, causing varying degrees of pain or decreased functionality. Although knee pain comes in many […]
Causes of Knee Pain
Knee pain can be frustrating and can prevent you from carrying out many normal, everyday activities. It can be caused by a number of different factors, from a sudden sports injury to an underlying condition such as arthritis. If you have knee pain that doesn’t seem to be improving, it may require further evaluation and […]
Do I Need a Full or Partial Knee Replacement Surgery
Knee replacement surgery, also known as knee arthroplasty, is recommended for severely damaged joints due to conditions such as osteoarthritis. Whether or not you need a knee replacement – and which type you need, full or partial – goes beyond the severity of the symptoms you’re experiencing. Your orthopedic doctor can determine the location and […]
