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Knee arthroscopy is a minimally invasive surgery that is performed to diagnose and/or treat many types of persistent knee problems, such as knee fractures, knee synovitis, or soft-tissue injuries like bursitis, torn meniscus, and patellar tendonitis. During arthroscopic surgery, tiny incisions are made around the knee, and your orthopedic surgeon then inserts a thin tube…
Bursitis of the knee is a condition that results from inflammation of one or more bursae in the knee. Bursae are small, fluid-filled sacs located near the large joints throughout the body that act as cushions and help reduce friction between soft tissues. The knee has several bursae, and when they are inflamed, they cause…
Until fairly recently, it was considered impossible to perform joint surgery without making significantly large incisions. Thanks to advanced modern technology, it’s now possible to conduct surgical procedures using small, thin instruments – requiring only small incisions. In particular, arthroscopic knee surgery can be performed to repair knee injuries, including many types of knee fractures….
If you have knee pain, it may go away after a few days without the need for intervention. The pain may also come and go, in which case you would probably take an over-the-counter pain reliever. However, if your knee pain has become persistent and intolerable – to the point of interfering with everything you…
Different knee injuries and conditions require different treatment plans. One of the most common orthopedic procedures done today is arthroscopic knee surgery. It enables both a firm diagnosis and possible partial or complete treatment in one procedure. If you’re having knee arthroscopy done, you will want to understand how to make a swift and full…
A total knee replacement, also called knee arthroplasty, is one of the most common types of joint replacement surgeries. It involves removing the damaged portion of the knee joint and replacing it with prosthetic materials. Knee replacement is highly successful for relieving knee pain and restoring joint function, but some patients experience knee stiffness following…
Arthroscopic knee surgery is one of the most versatile orthopedic procedures. Done with small instruments and featuring quicker recovery times, this innovative operation helps people regain mobility, flexibility, and pain-free, independent movement. How should you prepare for recovery from your arthroscopic knee surgery? Learn the details here. Dealing with Athletic Injury, Arthritis, or Something Else?…
Sports medicine has emerged as a dedicated medical field – not yet with its own residency after medical school, but indeed with the opportunity of a fellowship after residency is completed. This specialty addresses exercise-related injuries and every type of musculoskeletal pain, including arthritis. After all, even young athletes can suffer wear-and-tear osteoarthritis, and so…
If you’ve developed wrist pain that continues to nag you, then you may be wondering what may have caused it. Or, you may know exactly what caused it and are now looking for a solution to alleviate the pain. An orthopedic doctor can conduct an efficient assessment of your wrist, consider any underlying health conditions…
Arthroscopic knee surgery is a surgical technique that involves the creation of a very small incision into which a flexible, miniature, fiber-optic camera (also known as an arthroscope) is inserted. The arthroscope projects a view of the structures inside the knee onto a monitor, thereby allowing the orthopedic surgeon to examine the knee and repair…
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