When is it Time to Consider Knee Replacement Surgery?
For most patients suffering from arthritis of the knee, the decision to undergo a knee replacement procedure requires many important steps and decisions. While knee replacement procedures are a safe and effective option, it is important that you and your orthopedic surgeon create a comprehensive treatment program.
3 Common Hip Injuries in Athletes
No matter what the sport, the muscles and joints of the hip play an important role in speed and power. However, as the level of competition increases, athletes can become increasingly susceptible to hip injuries. Below are 3 common hip injuries often seen in athletes, as well as how to treat them.
4 Signs It Is Time To Have Your Knee Examined
It can often be difficult to determine whether or not your knee pain is something that should be evaluated by a specialist. For many, rest and the use of over the counter medications is helpful. However, if your knee pain is becoming chronic and interfering with your daily life, it may be time to see an orthopedic specialist. Below are 4 signs that you should consult an orthopedic specialist.
3 Gym Exercises That Are Killing Your Knees
Don’t skip leg day!” It is a phrase that everyone at the gym hears on a consistent basis. However, your “leg day” exercises may be causing pain and damage to your knees- if they are not done correctly or if you are overexerting yourself.
Watch Lenny’s Story
Lenny is 39 year old Corrections Officer whose knee pain threatened his ability to perform his high risk job. After meeting Bergen County Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Nicholas Alexander, he successfully underwent a Total Knee Replacement and has returned to work without...
3 Things You Should Know About Meniscus Tears
One of the most important things to note is that the meniscus will not heal itself. This is due to the cartilage being having little to no blood supply, which is needed for the healing process. However, this does not mean a meniscus tear is an immediate indication for surgery.
4 Important Considerations Before Knee Surgery
For those enduring chronic knee pain each day, it is natural to begin to wonder if surgery is a viable option. Whether it is an ACL, MCL, meniscus injury or an arthritic condition, many patients simply want to find long-term relief so that they can get back to an...
5 Things You Didn’t Know About Knee Replacement Surgery
1. Knee Replacement Patients are Getting Younger Although Knee Replacement surgery has traditionally been thought of as a surgery only undergone by the elderly, recent data shows that the ages of patients undergoing these procedures has reduced drastically. ...
