The 5 Most Common Symptoms of a Meniscus Injury

The meniscus has the important job of cushioning and stabilizing the knee joint and anytime a meniscus injury occurs symptoms are usually severe enough to warrant a trip to an Orthopedic Surgeon. If you’ve injured your knee and are experiencing any, or any combination, of the...

Patellar Dislocations: Signs, Symptoms, Treatments

Patellar dislocation is a common and often painful injury.  The patella bone connects the muscles of the thigh to the front of the tibia, or lower leg. As the muscles work to aid in flexion and extension of the knee, the patella slides across a small groove, known as the femoral groove, or...

The Most Common Labrum Tears Sustained by Throwing Athletes

The shoulder is the most mobile but least stable joint in the body. Because it’s used repetitively by throwing athletes, special attention should be paid to maintaining its strength, health, and function. In order to prevent injuries, it’s important that athletes educate themselves. One of...

How Do I Know When It’s Time for a Total Hip Replacement?

Total Hip Replacement (THR) surgery helps thousands of patients every year. Because it’s an elective procedure, the decision to undergo surgery is entirely up to the patient. Which raises the question: How do I know when it’s time? A Total Hip Replacement is indicated for patients who...

The Goal of Physical Therapy Following a Rotator Cuff Injury

A rotator cuff injury is one in which the tendons that rotate and lift the shoulder are damaged or torn. Because the injury decreases shoulder function, physical therapy is one of the most commonly prescribed treatment options. When an Orthopedic Surgeon, Physical Therapist and the patient work...