Preventing Constipation After Joint Replacement
After joint replacement surgery, we naturally focus on the knee or hip that has been replaced. But our body is made up of many parts that work together in an incredible way.
After joint replacement surgery, we naturally focus on the knee or hip that has been replaced. But our body is made up of many parts that work together in an incredible way.
Are you one of the millions of American who will undergo knee replacement this year? Knee replacement surgery is a common surgery with a high satisfaction rating among my patients.
Did you know that postmenopausal women taking hormone replacement therapy (HRT) may have an increased risk of developing deep venous thromboembolism post-surgery.
Nutrition is an important factor in preparing for joint surgery. If you or a loved one is preparing for joint replacement surgery, you need to know about Immunonutirian.
Did you know that Vitamin D deficient patients have a higher risk of complications following surgery than those with adequate level? Vitamin D levels are an important factor in hip and knee replacement patient outcomes.
The demand for joint replacement surgeries in the United States is currently on the rise with number of knee replacements expected to increase by greater than 670% and..
Hip pain? It could be hip bursitis. Bursitis occurs when one or more of the fluid-filled sacs (called bursae) which act as cushions between the soft tissues and bones, become irritated or inflamed.
Like any other medical specialty, research studies contribute to outcomes and give us fact-based knowledge to make informed decisions about healthcare treatment plans.
Knee pain is probably one of most common reasons to visit an orthopedic doctor. This is because the knee is not just a simple hinge joint, it also allows for some degree of twisting and rotatory motion.
A partial hip replacement is a surgical procedure in which only the ball portion of the hip joint, which is formed by the upper end of the thigh bone, is replaced by an artificial prosthesis.