While it is important to note that the majority of knee surgeons are skilled professionals dedicated to providing quality care, it is possible to encounter surgeons who may not meet the expected standards or may not be a good fit for you in other ways. As a patient, you should advocate for your [Read More]
Knee Pain
Reasons to Visit an Orthopedist for Chronic Knee Pain
Do you have knee pain that has bothered you and greatly interfered with your daily life for more than 12 weeks now? Visiting an orthopedist for your chronic knee pain is your best bet. If you’re on the fence, the reasons outlined below should help you make up your mind. For Proper [Read More]
Common Treatments for Knee Pain
Knee pain can happen to anyone, anytime. The complexity of the knee and the constant pressures placed on it throughout the day make it vulnerable to injury, including overuse injures such as osteoarthritis. There is a multitude of options that people can use to alleviate knee pain and address the [Read More]
Full vs. Partial Knee Replacement
There are many reasons people have knee replacement surgery, including rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, traumatic arthritis, or an injury. These issues can cause knee pain while walking, standing, or just trying to get up from a chair after being seated for a while. Every year, about 700,000 [Read More]
Recovery After a Total Knee Replacement
If you are having a total knee replacement procedure, your doctor will explain to you everything from pre-surgery preparation to post-operative recovery. If you are living with chronic knee issues and you are considering having this surgery, perhaps you’re wondering what recovery is like after the [Read More]
Are Your Shoes Causing Your Knee Pain?
There are so many reasons why you might be experiencing pain in your knee. One of those reasons may be something you never even thought of – you may be wearing the wrong shoes! It’s true! Some people think that if they get a walking shoe with extra cushioning or buy special insoles that it will [Read More]
