Orthopedic surgery is essential for treating injuries and conditions related to the musculoskeletal system, including bones, joints, ligaments, tendons, and muscles. Common orthopedic procedures are crucial for improving patients’ mobility, reducing pain, and...
Knee injuries are extremely common among athletes at all levels due to the physical demands of their sports. At Great Lakes Orthopaedics in Garden City, Michigan, we specialize in detecting and treating these injuries in order for athletes to return to full...
Knee pain and knee injuries are a widespread issue that can affect millions of individuals, and can happen for various reasons. At Great Lakes Orthopaedics, we routinely treat this condition using a range of methods. Nevertheless, surgical intervention is sometimes...
The meniscus is a C-shaped piece of cartilage which acts as a cushion between the thigh bone (femur) and the shin bone (tibia). A torn meniscus is one of the most common knee injuries, especially for athletes in contact sports where the knee may be twisted while bent....
While orthopedists and orthopedic surgeons are very similar, there are key differences between the two. Though both can diagnose, treat, prevent, and rehabilitate musculoskeletal conditions, only orthopedic surgeons can perform surgery in addition. Orthopedists: What...
