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Top 5 Things to Know About Tennis Elbow

Tennis elbow, also called lateral epicondylitis, is inflammation of the outer tendon of the elbow. Usually, this condition causes pain and occurs from a strain injury to the tendon during backhand tennis hitting. The inflammation occurs at the outer aspect of the humerus bone at the elbow joint, called the epicondyle. When the inflammation occurs
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Top 8 Treatments to Try Before Knee Replacement

When someone has significant osteoarthritis of the knee, the Phoenix orthopedic surgeon will try several conservative measures before considering a knee replacement surgery. Find out about the top 8 treatments you should consider before having surgery on your knee. 1. Exercise and Weight Loss One of the most important aspects of nonsurgical management of knee
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How To Avoid Patellar Dislocation

Patellar dislocation or instability is usually a bigger problem in women than men and tends to occur more often in athletes. An orthopedic doctor can help with stability issues in the knee, which can prevent further dislocations. After the first dislocated kneecap, there is a 40% chance of a re-occurrence, so it is important to
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5 Common Ankle Injuries

Ankle injuries are among the many issues treated at orthopedic clinics. While there are a number of problems that can affect the ankle, some are far more common than others. 1.Sprains Sprained ankles are extremely common. Approximately 25,000 Americans sprain their ankles every day. Sprains are also the reason most athletes take breaks from training
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Top 5 Things to Know About Rotator Cuff Repair

One of the feared injuries for pitchers, tennis players, and other athletes is a rotator cuff tear. When a tear of this muscular structure is severe, it can end the player’s career. The rotator cuff is a group of muscles and tendons that converge around the upper region of the humerus (upper arm bone). These
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What are the Outcomes of ACL Reconstruction?

Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries often require reconstruction and repair of this fibrous structure. ACL reconstruction involves the use of a graft to replace the damaged ligament. The most common grafts used come from the patient’s own body, such as one of the hamstring tendons or the patellar tendon (from the kneecap region). A less
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How Long Does Rehab Last After ACL Reconstruction?

Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction is often referred to as ACL repair. The torn or damaged ligament is repaired when a tissue graft is used to reconstruct the ACL. An autograft is tissue of the patient’s own body. An allograft is tissue from a donor’s body (cadaver). Most ACL surgery is deferred until the initial
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Will a Meniscal Tear need Surgery?

When deciding how to treat a torn meniscus, there are numerous things to consider, such as your activity level, age, the location and extent of the tear, the doctor’s preference, and when the injury occurred. Treatment options include conservative measures, such as rest, ice therapy, compression and elevation, physical therapy, and a temporary knee brace.
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Why should I have my ACL Reconstructed?

Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction surgery is done to rebuild the ligament in the center of the knee. The ACL keeps the tibia (shin bone) in position. Any tear to the ligament will cause the knee to give way during exercise and activity. An ACL injury is often called a sprain, which is torn fibers
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An Overview of Cartilage Procedures for the Knee

There are many surgical procedures for problems with knee cartilage. Articular cartilage is a white, smooth tissue that covers the bone ends at the area where bones come together to form joints. If cartilage is not healthy, the joints become stiff and painful. Healthy cartilage is necessary for bones to glide across each other without
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