Author: Ginny Peterson
Avascular necrosis of the hip
Avascular necrosis of the hip occurs when the blood supply to the hip joint is damaged. Bones are living tissue, and…
Treatment of patellofemoral problems
Treatment of patellofemoral problems begins with decreasing the inflammation in the knee. This may be accomplished with rest and anti-inflammatory medicines like…
Patellofemoral problems
Patellofemoral problems, such as alignment or overuse problems, can lead to wear and tear of the cartilage behind the patella (kneecap). This…
Different leg lengths
Having different leg lengths is not a cause for alarm, in fact it is a fairly common occurrence. Researchers estimate…
Ultrasound treatments
Ultrasound treatments have been around since the 1950s. They are most often used by physical therapists or occupational therapists to treat pain conditions and…
Zehr honored as regional "Top Doctor" for 14th consecutive year
NAPLES, Fla. (February 5, 2018) – Castle Connolly Medical Ltd., America’s trusted source for identifying Top Doctors, has once again chosen Naples orthopaedic surgery specialist Dr. Robert Zehr for inclusion in its highly selective list of Regional Top Doctors. Fewer than 35,000 physicians – less…
Anterior approach hip replacement
Anterior approach hip replacement provides four distinct benefits to the hip replacement patient.
The anterior approach is one in which…
Glucosamine and chondroitin sulfate
Glucosamine and chondroitin sulfate have been slowly gaining acceptance in the medical field as effective, non-surgical solutions to the inflammation…