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Knee surgery encompasses many different types of procedures, from knee ligament construction to knee replacement. Whichever type of knee procedure you are undergoing, you need to do some preparation for the day, and the following days, weeks, or months that you will be in recovery. Before your scheduled knee surgery, the orthopedic surgeon should discuss…
Bursitis is a condition that causes pain and swelling in the knee. It occurs when the bursa, a small sac of fluid that cushions the joint, becomes inflamed. Bursitis is usually caused by overuse or repetitive motion. Symptoms of bursitis include pain, tenderness, stiffness, redness, or warmth around the joint. The symptoms are usually worse…
A knee replacement is a procedure to replace a damaged knee joint. There are many factors doctors consider before making a recommendation for a knee replacement. First, you have to be generally healthy, independent, and mobile. For instance, some people with diabetes may not be good candidates for this type of surgery because they can…
There is much debate surrounding the treatment of a torn ACL, with some believing that surgery is always necessary and others asserting that it can be avoided in certain cases. The truth likely lies somewhere in the middle. While there are some instances where non-surgical treatment may be effective, such as when the tear is…
The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is located in the knee, connecting the thigh bone and tibia and helping keep the joint stabilized. The ACL can be torn if there is a sudden change in direction or speed, or if a direct blow is sustained to the knee. This type of injury most commonly occurs during…
The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is the ligament of the knee that provides stabilization to the joint. It runs from the femur (thighbone) to the tibia (shinbone), crossing in front of the knee joint. The ACL provides approximately 85% of the restraining force to prevent forward movement of the tibia on the femur and limits…
An anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury is one of the most common injuries affecting the knee joint. The ACL is a key stabilizing ligament in the knee, and when it is torn, it can cause the knee to become unstable. If left untreated or if the problem is inadequately treated, it threatens mobility and can…
ACL repair surgery is a type of knee procedure that is used to treat a torn anterior cruciate ligament (ACL). The ACL is one of the four main ligaments in the knee. It helps stabilize the knee joint. A tear in this ligament can cause pain, swelling, and instability in the knee. ACL repair surgery…
The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is located in the center of the knee. It is a band of tissue that connects the femur to the tibia and helps to stabilize it. The ACL can tear when the knee gets forcefully hit or twists, or due to a bad landing. It is a very common injury…
Ankle replacement surgery is performed to replace a damaged or diseased ankle joint with an artificial joint. The most common reason for ankle replacement surgery is arthritis, which can cause pain, stiffness, and swelling in the ankle. Surgery is a big deal, and the decision to undergo it should be made after a thorough consideration…
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