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Subscribe to the BlogStem Cells for a Golfer’s Knee
MW is a 57 year old white male first seen by our clinic in July of 2010. He had severe arthritis in the medial (inside) compartment and an ACL deficient knee (ACL stabilizing ligament was gone). After an evaluation in the office, he was told he was a poor candidate for our same day stem…read more
The King’s Speech and the Empowered Patient
You may have seen the movie the King’s Speech. Within a half hour you know it’s got Academy Award written all over it. The story line is that the new king George VI suffers from a lifelong, serious stuttering disorder in an age when Radio and mass media are becoming the preferred way for Monarchs…read more
Who is more likely to have a Complication from a Knee Replacement?
A doctor discusses new research that shows which patients may be at higher risk for complications related to knee replacement surgery.
Hip Replacements-For the Young and Very Active
Are hip replacements for young ad active patients? Can you maintain your acti8ve lifestyle with a hip replacement or hip resurfacing?
Sirt-1, Middle Age Aches, and Arthritis
A doctor discusses how taking Resveratrol may help your arthritis aches and pains.
AAOS: Certain Patients at Higher Risk for Blood-clots with Knee Arthroscopy
A doctor discusses new research showing that certain patients are at higher risk for a blood-clot due to knee surgery.
Problems with Hip Resurfacing Surface
A doctor discusses new research that raises concerns over the complications of hip resurfacing.
Surgical Repair of Achilles Tendon: No Better than No Surgery
A physician discusses new research showing that surgery to repair a torn Achilles tendon is no better than no surgery.
