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Understanding Reverse Shoulder Replacement: A Guide for Patients
If you suffer from severe shoulder pain, weakness, or loss of motion due to arthritis, rotator cuff tears, or previous failed shoulder surgeries, you may be a candidate for reverse shoulder replacement. This innovative procedure has helped thousands of patients regain function and significantly reduce pain. What Is Reverse Shoulder Replacement? A reverse shoulder replacement…
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Considering Knee Replacement? Here’s What You Need to Know
If knee pain is holding you back from the activities you love, it might be time to consider knee replacement surgery. Whether due to arthritis, injury, or wear and tear, chronic knee pain can significantly impact your quality of life. Fortunately, modern advancements in surgical techniques—such as Mako robotic-arm assisted surgery—offer more precise and effective…
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So You Have a Meniscus Tear- Now What?
Meniscus injuries are some of the most common injuries that we see in orthopaedic sports medicine clinic. These knee injuries can occur in athletes or as the result of traumatic injuries, or they can appear gradually over time as more of a “wear and tear” injury. So what exactly does it mean to have a…
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Is Running Long Distances Bad for Your Knees?
As an orthopaedic sports medicine physician, I am often asked if endurance sports are bad for the long term health of patients’ knees, and it is a question that I find extremely interesting. Many patients and physicians have been told that running long distances is bad for their knees. Historically, there has been concern that…
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