Knee Replacement Revision Surgery is a procedure that is required when the previous Knee Replacement Surgery is causing discomfort and pain at the surgery site. More adults at a younger age are having the procedure done to help with their mobility and quality of life. The procedure is done to decrease someones pain and restore knee function. Knee Replacement Revision Surgery – more than 54,000 knee revision operations are performed in the U.S. each year. It’s … Click HERE for full article
An introduction to arthroscopic surgery of the shoulder ‘Atheros’ means joint in Greek. The arthroscope is an instrument used by orthopaedic surgeons to look into joints. It is about 8 – 10 inches long and is as thick as a pencil. There is a fibre optic lens system which transmits light from a cold light source outside and relays the interior image to a medical television monitor. In other words, the arthroscope serves as a … Click HERE for full article
When is it time to consider Knee Replacement Surgery? According to Web MD, there are 6 signs for which you may need to have a total knee replacement. If you are experiencing pain and are having difficulty moving, then you may benefit from a Total Knee Replacement surgery. If you are experiencing any of these symptoms, Contact my office at 727-697-2200 to set up a consultation. I wrote about Knee Replacement HERE. Click on the … Click HERE for full article
How do you know if you are a candidate for hip replacement surgery? Many years of repetitive motion like walking, running, stretching, playing golf, and normal daily activities can, overtime, cause discomfort. The hip joint can develop arthritis and become painful. Therefore, it is important to get an assessment of your hip so you can make an informed decision about the best treatment plan for your situation. At The Center for Bone and Joint, our … Click HERE for full article
Reverse Total Shoulder Replacement Not many people think about the importance of their shoulder until they start to experience pain and the loss of range of motion. If a person experiences pain when lifting their arm above their head, this could be an indicator that the shoulder joint would benefit from some type of orthopedic intervention. There are more conservative approaches available to help relieve shoulder pain. Rest, physical therapy, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medications are good … Click HERE for full article