Once conservative knee pain treatment options no longer provide benefit, people with chronic, severe knee pain must often make a decision between two procedures: arthroscopic surgery or knee replacement. The choice is an important one, and patients should be aware of the differences between arthroscopic surgery and knee replacement before making a decision. The Difference Between Arthroscopic Surgery and Knee Replacement The major difference …
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Spinal Surgery for Degenerative Disc Disease
Non-Surgical Degenerative Disc Disease Treatments Not everyone with degenerative disc disease will require surgery to treat the problem. In fact, many people may find relief with conservative degenerative disc disease treatments. “Conservative” degenerative disc disease treatments include physical therapy, oral pain-relieving medications, and steroid injections into the problem area. Physical therapy for degenerative disc disease encompasses a wide range of passive therapies — interventions …
Why Have a Hip Replacement?
Many people have hip pain, but not everyone will need hip replacement. For those who do need it, hip replacement surgery can have a profound impact on the patient, relieving pain, increasing mobility and functionality, and improving quality of life. In others, conservative treatments are sufficient. How does someone with hip pain or disability know if they need hip replacement? To help people answer …
Talking to Your Doctor About Elbow Surgery
Elbow surgery could be an option to finally eliminate the discomfort you’re experiencing. One of the more common procedures is elbow arthroscopy, with is often used to inspect the joint and provide needed repairs. But, as with all types of surgery, it is vitally important that you have a detailed discussion with your doctor to determine the course of treatment that is best for …
When Is Spinal Surgery Necessary?
Just about everybody experiences lower back pain at one time or another. There are some instances where the pain is severe but goes away after a while, and others where the discomfort is so intense you can’t perform even the simplest everyday tasks. Here is some information regarding when your problem can be treated through conventional means and when you might need spinal surgery. …
Questions to Ask Before a Shoulder Replacement Surgery
Shoulder replacement surgery has become a popular option for people seeking relief from constant pain. However, you need to be as well-informed as possible before you agree to this type of procedure. These are just a few of the questions you should remember to ask your doctor during your consultation. When you talk to your doctor, remember to bring a pen and a pad …
When You May Need to Consider Wrist Surgery
The human wrist is complex, with several different bones and ligaments that can be easily injured. However, it can be tough to tell when wrist surgery may be your best option or if you can treat an injury through more conventional means. Here are some ways to tell that surgery may be needed, as well as recovery tips after a procedure. When Wrist Surgery …
What to Expect After Knee Replacement Surgery
It can be scary to consider knee replacement surgery when you don’t know what will happen. Fear of the unknown can be powerful, and it can cause people to avoid having a procedure, regardless of the amount of pain they may be in. But if you know what to expect going in, you can feel a lot more comfortable. Deciding Whether or Not to …
When Is It Time for Hip Replacement Surgery?
Hip replacement surgery could be worth considering if your pain has progressed to the point where it’s affecting your quality of life. The professionals at Regional Orthopedics have a long history of performing this procedure for patients throughout the New York City area, and we will take the time to provide clear, detailed information so you are as well-informed as possible. Here are some …
Does Cryotherapy Work?
Author: Dr. Vasilios Kountis, DO Cryotherapy has been used by athletes for years, but lately it has been increasing in popularity for non-athletes, as well. Non-athletes can now do cryotherapy in some doctors’ offices, gyms, and spas. There are even businesses popping up all over the country that specialize in cryotherapy. During a cryotherapy treatment, the body is exposed to temperatures below negative 200 …
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