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Category Archives: Knee

Knee Osteoarthritis Update- A New Injectable Option

Knee Osteoarthritis Update- A New Injectable Option

Osteoarthritis is a difficult problem to treat. The most definitive solution is of course replacing part or all of the knee. Many of our patients are looking for nonoperative options for their pain related to osteoarthritis prior to undergoing an extensive surgery. The good news is that one more option has become...

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How To Have The Perfect Appointment

How To Have The Perfect Appointment
Have you ever walked out of the doctor’s office feeling disappointed, confused, wanting more?  You had questions left to ask, things to discuss, you do not even know exactly what went on?  I never want that to happen to you again!  I think together we can help you have the PERFECT appointment. All appointments must start...
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ACL Tears-That Terrible Pop You Felt in Your Knee

ACL Tears-That Terrible Pop You Felt in Your Knee
We hear it all the time, "I felt this pop in my knee."  It may occur skiing, playing basketball, soccer, or even while at work.  Rest assured that when you feel it, you will know something happened in your knee.  The "pop" sensation is often followed by swelling, instability, and a trip to see me! Read more...

Inject Or Not To Inject? That’s the Question…

Inject Or Not To Inject? That’s the Question…
We have all been there before, that pain that will not go away.  It seems to wake you up at night, hurts when you take that first step, maybe even seems to catch your breath.  That's when you call me, or at least someone like me. (Or if your my family member or friend, you...
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So You’ve Decided to Have a Total Knee…

This will be a follow up piece on my segment from October 2015 "Total Knee Arthroplasty--Why So Spooky?"  If you have not looked at it I recommend taking a peek to get some general background on knee arthritis and surgery selection. Ok so you have decided to take the plunge and sign up for a total...
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Osgood Schlatter Disease-It Hurts When I Jump!

Osgood-Schlatter disease occurs in adolescent athletes during growth spurts.  As my young cousin Kendyll can attest it hurts! Often found in running athletes like soccer and basketball players OSD can be frustrating to children throughout their childhood until they reach skeletal maturity. The bones of the body grow in areas called "growth plates."  Growth plates are...
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