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  • Are Sports Injuries Treated Differently for Senior Athletes?

    The rise in active lifestyles among older adults has led to an increased focus on sports injuries in senior athletes.

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  • Top 10 Questions About Knee Replacement

    How do I know if I need a knee replacement?

    This is probably the most common question I get. Short answer is…you will know.  When you have these key signs- it’s time to have THE DISCUSSION

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  • How Seniors Can Prevent Osteoarthritis

    In 2012, the National Health Interview Survey reported that over 51 million Americans were diagnosed with some form of arthritis, including osteoarthritis, which is a form of arthritis characterized by the wear and tear of smooth cartilage. Though osteoarthritis can affect anyone of any age, adults over 50 are particularly vulnerable. Osteoarthritis depletes the protective space between bones, which can cause difficulty in everyday movements, such as walking and climbing stairs.

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  • What You Need To Know About A Broken Wrist

    The radius is the larger of the two bones of the forearm. The end toward the wrist is called the distal end. A fracture of the distal radius occurs when the area of the radius near the wrist breaks.

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  • What You Need To Know About Shoulder Replacement

    Many cases of shoulder pain can be solved with minimally invasive treatments such as anti-inflammatory injections, routine physically therapy and arthroscopic surgeries. However, patients who experience chronic pain because of degenerative processes/conditions, such as osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis, typically require more intensive treatment, up to and including shoulder replacement.

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