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A 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.

Total 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.

I 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.

There 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 weeke

It 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.

You 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?

Progressive wear of the articular cartilage in the knee from age related changes resulting in pain, stiffness, and immobility is commonly known as osteoarthritis.

Knee pain is one of the most common reasons to see an orthopedic surgeon. There are many potential causes of why your knee hurts.

Periodically, 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.

A 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.