Many of us have experienced knee pain at some point in our lives. The pain, discomfort and swelling when we try to walk is hard enough, but what if the pain is more than just a sign of overuse? While many times knee pain is simply due to overexertion or a minor...
While surgery is usually best performed on younger populations, as they are more likely to heal and recover faster compared to elderly counterparts, depending on the type of surgery and its circumstances, patients may be advised to wait until they are older to...
When it comes to knee surgery, there are usually two options for surgery: arthroscopy or osteotomy. These two types of knee surgery are chosen based on the extent of the knee injury. Arthroscopy is a less invasive method which repairs the knee through small incisions...
Many people experience knee pain as they get older, in part due to a degenerative condition known as osteoarthritis. There are many different causes of knee pain; some may be temporary while others may require a doctor’s attention. If this is your first time visiting...
Walking is a light form of exercise which provides a wide variety of benefits. Walking boosts heart health, improves circulation, all while providing limited intensity to joints. But, if you already have knee pain, through osteoarthritis or another condition, will...
So…you’ve just had total knee replacement surgery. Great! Now you’re probably wondering, “When can I start walking again?” And that is totally normal. Who wouldn’t want to get back on their feet and get back to doing the things they enjoy? Exercise is critical to...
