Tag: total knee replacement
Revision knee replacement
Revision knee replacement refers to the procedure to repair or replace a failed first knee replacement. All implants have a limited life expectancy depending on an individual’s age, weight, activity level and medical condition(s). We expect most knees to last more…
Post-operative questions about knee replacement
Post-operative questions about knee replacement vary, depending on the type of knee replacement surgery you have had. For instance total knee…
Preparing for knee replacement surgery
Preparing for knee replacement surgery involves establishing relationships – with a physical therapist, with your insurance company, and with the surgery facility…
Surgical treatment for knee osteoarthritis
Surgical treatment for knee osteoarthritis should be considered when other efforts to treat your pain fail to bring relief.
Arthroscopy
Using…
Non-surgical treatment for ACL injuries
Non-surgical treatment for ACL injuries focuses on decreasing the pain and swelling in your knee, beginning with rest and mild over-the-counter…
Understanding osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis is the most common of the more than 100 different rheumatic diseases and conditions known as arthritis. Osteoarthritis affects more…