Trigger FingerJul 01, 2022A trigger finger refers to a condition in which a finger or thumb will lock or catch when attempting to straighten. By definition, a tendon connects muscle to bone. Flexor tendons extend from the muscles in the wrist and attach to the fingers and thumb.Continue reading →
Elbow ReplacementJun 30, 2022Total elbow replacement surgery has advanced considerably since modern development in the 1970s. Elbow replacement is much less common than total hip or knee replacement. The purpose of this type of surgery is to lessen pain and to restore functional.Continue reading →
Minimally Invasive- What Does it Mean in Orthopedics?Jun 28, 2022I often get patients in my office that ask me if I do that “minimally invasive” knee surgery, and if it applies to them. I’m never quite sure what they mean, or if they know what they are asking.Continue reading →
Sport InjuriesJun 27, 2022There is a large spectrum of sports injuries seen by orthopaedic surgeons. Injuries to bones and soft tissue can result from virtually any type of vigorous activity. Certain risk factors increase the likelihood of injury regardless whether you are a weekeContinue reading →
Orthopedic Injuries at the OlympicsJun 27, 2022It is estimated that over 3 billion people worldwide have tuned in to watch the Winter Olympics from Sochi, which are now entering their second week. Continue reading →
Ankle Sprain or Fracture?Jun 13, 2022You stepped off the curb and rolled over on your ankle or came down hard, twisting your ankle while running. All of a sudden you now have pain over the outside of your ankle. What do you do?Continue reading →
Stem Cells Treatment Knee PainJun 09, 2022Progressive wear of the articular cartilage in the knee from age related changes resulting in pain, stiffness, and immobility is commonly known as osteoarthritis. Continue reading →
Cause of Knee PainJun 09, 2022Knee pain is one of the most common reasons to see an orthopedic surgeon. There are many potential causes of why your knee hurts.Continue reading →
A Snapping HipJun 08, 2022Periodically, I will have patients who come to see me for a snapping or popping sound arising from their hip. While most say that it is not painful, it is usually described as an annoyance and in some cases, may lead to discomfort. Continue reading →
Bodyweight and Total Joint ReplacementsJun 08, 2022A discussion about being overweight is one that your orthopaedic surgeon may need to have with you especially if you are considering having your hip or knee replaced. Continue reading →