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The Different Types of Knee Tests Your Orthopedist Performs

May 4, 2018

Knee problems can have a major impact on your life. They can limit your mobility and have a negative impact on essential day-to-day activities such as walking, running, kneeling, and standing. Orthopedists (doctors who specialize in bones, muscles, and joints) have a battery of tests available to them for the diagnosis of knee problems. In…

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Most Common Knee Procedures

April 13, 2018

Whether your injury is related to an accident or it has just developed over time from overuse, knee injuries can affect everyone differently. Skiing, soccer, and football are all sports that commonly have a higher chance for knee injury. But just because you’re not a pro baller or hitting the slopes, you still could be…

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When Will I Be Able to Walk After a Total Knee Replacement?

November 23, 2017

One of the first questions a patient who is considering a total knee replacement asks is how soon they will be able to walk following surgery. This is a difficult question to answer since every patient is different, so the outcome will vary as well. For instance, what kind of physical condition were you in…

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Signs that You Need a Total Knee Replacement

October 13, 2017

If you’re experiencing chronic and severe knee pain, you may have a condition known as osteoarthritis, which occurs when the cartilage or tissue that protects and cushions the knee joint wears away. If you have consulted with your orthopedic doctor who has suggested that you may need a total knee replacement, you are not alone….

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Is Total Knee Replacement Right for You?

July 14, 2017

Your knee is an extremely complex joint tasked with carrying your bodyweight day in and day out. This can lead to a lot of daily wear and tear on the components of your knees. Knees are vulnerable to certain injuries and conditions such as torn ligaments, damaged cartilage, or even osteoarthritis. When your knee is…

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