The Value of Surgeon Experience: What To Look For From Your Surgeon
When faced with surgery, there are two things that you should take into consideration before agreeing to the procedure. The first step is to seek
Why joint replacement works so well
Many patients suffer years before finally seeking help with common concerns. Once they’ve begun the process, it often starts with visits to their primary care
The Contribution of Medial Congruent Bearings
The earliest concepts for knee replacement appeared in the early 1860s when Themistocles Gluck, a German surgeon, first surgically implanted a hinge joint made of
Exploring The Future Of Postoperative Pain Management
Managing postoperative pain is a significant struggle for practitioners. 8 out of 10 patients report experiencing pain after surgery, with 75% reporting that pain being
Why robotic joint surgery is not a ‘penicillin moment’ in orthopaedics
Published Oct 2, 2022 in theguardian.comAuthor: Ranjana Srivastava Australian Orthopaedic Association guidelines specifically advise surgeons not to claim the clinical outcomes of robotic surgery are
How Same-Day Discharge Changes Total Joint Replacement
Hip and knee replacements are considered the most common and successful surgeries worldwide. Due to advancements in technology and healthcare, hospital lengths of stay involving
Exploring The New Demographic Getting Joint Replacements
The number of joint-replacement surgeries performed each year continues to rise. It may come as a surprise to learn that many of these new surgeries
How AR And VR Are Influencing Medical Education
Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR & VR, Respectively) have become increasingly prevalent in our day-to-day lives. While virtual Reality used to be solely the province
How Orthopedic Concerns Increased During The Pandemic
The pandemic has led to the appearance of some unexpected consequences unrelated to the disease itself. Spending most of the day inside is a change
What is MI-Eye, and How Does It Work?
Treating complex joint problems can only be successful once an accurate diagnosis has been reached. Normally, performing a diagnosis involves using an MRI scan. However,
How 3D Printing Is Used In Modern Orthopedic Care
Our bodies are incredibly precise machines. Every bone, ligament, muscle, nerve, and fiber is designed to fit seamlessly into the overall structure perfectly. One struggle
Is Platelet-Rich-Plasma the Future of Orthopedic Care?
Within the field of regenerative medicine, platelet-rich plasma is one of the many new developments aiming to improve the process of tissue repair. PRP has
How Early Identification May Help Prevent Osteoarthritis
As the most reoccurring form of arthritis, osteoarthritis affects thousands of people in the United States. Osteoarthritis risk increases with age and obesity, and because
How Smart Implants Preserve Joint Health
Joint replacements have been a mainstay of joint restoration for many years. These artificial joints become more advanced and more effective with every passing year.
How Implanted Sensors May Protect Your Bones and Joints In The Future
Joint replacements have been a mainstay of joint restoration for many years. These artificial joints become more advanced and more effective with every passing year.
How Computer Assistance Improves Shoulder Replacement Results
Computer technology continues to provide treatment options that provide superior results and reduce risks of complication. Computer-assisted arthroplasty is one such innovation that has entered
Reverse shoulder replacement: the right choice for many patients
Reverse shoulder replacement is an innovative and effective alternative to traditional surgeries of this type. Painful shoulders are often the result of injury, arthritis, or
How Athletes Benefit From Sports Analytics
There is an area of sports medicine that is seeing a rise in recent years known as Sports Analytics. This practice focuses on identifying those
Steps For Avoiding Recurrent Ankle Sprains
Those who stay active and on their feet know how debilitating even a minor pain the ankle can be. Those who have rolled their ankle
The Latest In Platelet-Rich Plasma For Tendon Treatment
Our shoulders are responsible for maintaining the muscles, ligaments, and joints throughout the upper part of our bodies. They help us reach the broadest range