The hip joint is one the largest joints in the human body, and is essential when moving in any way our legs are involved. The hip joint is where the ball of the thigh bone (femur) joins the pelvis at a socket called the acetabulum. There is cartilage covering both the bone of the femur…
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Taking the Mystery Out of Stem Cell therapy
Plenty of people still think of stem cells as mysterious, or even taboo. They are simply cells that make or replenish other cells. For example, when you donate blood, your stem cells are in charge of replenishing your blood cells. Scientists have found stem cells throughout the body, each doing an assigned job. Some replenish…
Stem Cell therapy and Knee Pain
The knee joint is particularly vulnerable to damage and pain, because it takes the full weight of your body and any extra force when you run or jump. The range of motion isn’t that great, and one twist the wrong way can lead to serious injury and pain. People who are overweight or frequently participate…
Double Knee Replacement
During knee replacement surgery, knee joints damaged by arthritis can be replaced with an artificial knee, also known as a prosthetic knee. A prosthetic knee can help restore mobility and reduce pain in the affected knee. When the joints of both knees are damaged, double knee replacement may be recommended. A doctor will usually recommend…
Are You a Candidate for Knee Replacement?
Knee replacement removes a damaged knee joint and replaces it with an artificial joint. Your knee is the largest joint in your body. It’s involved in most of your movements throughout the day. The goal of knee replacement, also known as knee arthroplasty, is to restore pain-free range of motion and function. When it comes…