According to an old adage, it’s not whether you win or lose, but how you play the game. And in the long game of life, this is especially true when it comes to avoiding sports injuries.Yet, no matter how careful you are on the playing field, mishaps can and do happen often – some minor,…
Knee Surgery
Weight and Knee Replacement: What You Need to Know
Joint replacement surgery involves excision of the damaged portions of a joint such as the knee – or the complete replacement of the joint with artificial parts. Hip and knee replacements are the most common joint surgeries, with total knee replacements rapidly outpacing hip replacements. Arthritis is the leading reason for joint replacement – and…
Advances in Knee Surgery
Knee surgery is not something to be taken lightly. Arthritis of the knee is unfortunately common, and there is no cure. But many people treat the pain with medication or other conservative methods. When these treatments are no longer effective and the pain progresses to the point that it interferes with mobility and regular activities,…