Having an X-ray to diagnose knee arthritis might make you more likely to consider potentially unnecessary surgery
Routine X-rays aren't recommended to diagnose the condition. Instead, GPs can make a diagnosis based on symptoms and medical ...
Exercise key to joint health as joint replacement surgeries trend younger
Engaging in the right kind of physical activity is crucial for maintaining joint health, according to orthopedic specialists.
Knee replacements go high-tech with robot assistance at MMC
Jay Parker found himself at a standstill, quite literally, in his early 60s when the arthritis in his right knee began to worsen over just a couple of years. “It sort of limited me,” he said. “I ...
The best treatments for arthritic knees if you want to avoid knee replacement surgery
If walking is becoming difficult and physio isn’t working, cutting-edge treatments could be the next step. But which ones are ...
Dr. Vivek Kochar - Understanding Arthritis And Joint Pain
Dr. Vivek Kochar - Arthritis causes joint pain, stiffness, and swelling. Types include osteoarthritis, gout, and rheumatoid ...
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Banner: Innovations shape future of joint replacement surgery
Total joint replacement surgery, also known as total joint arthroplasty, has come a long way over the years. It used to mean ...
We could be paying too much for knee and hip replacements
So, nirvana for most patients – although knee replacements are more painful and recovery longer – and a nice living for ...
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For this orthopedic surgeon, robotic joint replacements are both future and present
Duke Hasson, MD, a total joint replacement specialist, recently joined Newport Beach, Calif.-based DISC Sports and Spine Center. Dr. Hasson specializes in using the Mako SmartRobotics system for all ...