Knee pain can not only make it difficult for you to move around and be active, but it can also make regular, small tasks incredibly painful. While some people experience knee pain from a traumatic injury, for many others it just gradually develops due to normal wear-and-tear over many years. Pain in the knee can…
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What Causes Knee Pain?
Knee pain is one of the most common orthopedic conditions, affecting millions of Americans every year. But while knee pain may be consistent, the reasons behind it can vary. Let’s take a look at some of the most common causes of knee pain. Arthritis Arthritis causes pain, stiffness, weakness, and swelling in the joints of…
Questions To Ask Your Doctor Before a Total Knee Replacement
When you’re getting ready for a total knee replacement, you may be wondering what to expect before, during and after the procedure. While the overall procedure may be fairly consistent from one case to the next, each patient is different. If you have any concerns for your upcoming knee replacement surgery, be sure to speak…
PRP Therapy for Knee Pain
How does the body heal itself? The answer can be both mysterious and fascinating, and with that knowledge comes an invaluable medical offering. Increasing medical research is looking towards regenerative medicine and its potential to kickstart and enhance the body’s own healing powers to address pain. For knee pain, platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy offers the…
The Different Types of Knee Tests Your Orthopedist Performs
Knee problems can have a major impact on your life. They can limit your mobility and have a negative impact on essential day-to-day activities such as walking, running, kneeling, and standing. Orthopedists (doctors who specialize in bones, muscles, and joints) have a battery of tests available to them for the diagnosis of knee problems. In…