Nestled deep within the knee is a ligament that plays a vital role in maintaining joint stability and function - the Posterior Cruciate Ligament. Despite its importance, injuries to the PCL can often go unnoticed and are sometimes misunderstood. Let’s explore how to regain knee strength and mobility after a PCL injury.
A sudden change in direction, a misstep, or a forceful impact to the knee—any of these can lead to the excruciating experience of a patella dislocation. It's a condition that sidelines athletes and laypersons alike, demanding immediate attention and care. Let’s explore the common symptoms and the possible treatment options.
Bone marrow stem cells or Bone marrow aspirate concentrate (BMAC) therapy has emerged as a revolutionary approach to promoting natural healing. It offers targeted regenerative treatment for the repair of injured tissue using specialized cells obtained from your own body.
May is National Arthritis Awareness Month, making it an ideal time to educate yourself about a disease that affects nearly 23 percent of the adult population. While there are several forms of arthritis, let's take a closer look at osteoarthritis and a relatively new and particularly effective therapy.
ickleball is one of the fastest-growing sports in America and is described as a perfect combination of tennis, badminton, and ping pong. Pickleball is a social sport that the whole family can enjoy and is considered a low-impact sport with great physical benefits.
Nutrition plays a significant role in recovery after orthopedic surgery. According to the National Institutes of Health, patients who lack adequate nutrient intake have longer lengths of stay, higher readmission rates, a greater number of complications, and higher mortality risks.
Recovery from knee surgery varies from person to person. The first six weeks tend to be the hardest, but most patients report a significant improvement in knee function by the twelve-week mark. There are many factors at play during knee surgery recovery, many of which are out of the patient's control.
Skiing is one of the most beloved winter sports, but like any sport, it comes with the risk of injuries. Knee injuries account for one-third of all ski-related injuries.1 The knee is a complex joint consisting of bones, muscles, ligaments, and tendons; each part plays a significant role in providing stability for the joint.
