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...
Knee replacement surgery can be a great option to improve your mobility and pain; however, post-surgery problems can occur. This can leave you wondering, “what is the most commonly reported problem after knee replacement surgery?”Although everyone will recover from...
Are you considering knee replacement surgery? How about feeling pain or stiffness around your joint post-op? Whether you are researching potential side effects or living them firsthand, it’s important to understand the root cause of knee replacement pain and how you...
