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Orthopedic Surgeons Do Arthroscopy Shoulder Surgery

Orthopedic surgeons perform arthroscopic surgery through a small incision. Several small incisions are made that are around one centimeter each. In one of these incisions a camera is inserted into the inside of the joint can be clearly seen and the other incisions have a small instrument through the remaining incisions. Arthroscopic or Open Surgery
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Impingement Syndrome Info from a Scottsdale Orthopedic Doctor

Impingement Syndrome refers to rotator cuff tendonitis and affects millions of Americans. The condition may occur from overuse, sports injury, auto accident or other reasons. Most of the time the condition can be effectively treated nonoperatively. In this video, Board Certified Scottsdale orthopedic surgeon Dr. Adam Farber discusses impingement syndrome and treatment options. Click to
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The Treatment Of Knee Injuries By An Orthopedic Doctor

In 2003, there were approx. 19.4 million visits to the doctor because of a knee problem. In fact, it’s the most common reason an orthopedic doctor or surgeon is seen. There is nothing simply about the knee joint – it’s complex and has many components, which makes it susceptible to a number of injuries and
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Shoulder Instability Discussed by an Orthopedic Doctor in Scottsdale

There are two different types of shoulder instability, and both often cause significant pain. Instability may occur as a result of trauma, sports injury or ligament laxity. Dr. Adam Farber, a shoulder surgeon in Scottsdale and Phoenix, offers minimally invasive arthroscopic treatments for instability. Hear him discuss the basics of shoulder instability by clicking below:
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Basics of Rotator Cuff Tears Explained by a Phoenix Orthopedic Surgeon

Millions of Americans suffer from rotator cuff tears. They may occur from trauma or degeneration with aging. A shoulder doctor can offer both nonoperative and operative options for relief. In this video Phoenix orthopedic surgeon Dr. Adam Farber explains the basics of rotator cuff tears and the options for treatment. Phoenix Shoulder and Knee offers
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The Ins and Outs of Elbow Arthroscopy

Arthroscopy is a surgical procedure that is performed in order to diagnose, inspect, and repair injuries or conditions within a specific body joint (knee, shoulder, and elbow). When performing an elbow arthroscopy, an elbow surgeon in Phoenix puts a small camera, known as an arthroscope, into the elbow joint which displays images onto a TV
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Injuries to the Medial Collateral Ligament of the Knee

Also referred to as the MCL, the medial collateral ligament is a major ligament that contributes to the overall stability of the joint of the knee. Along with three other knee ligaments, it is comprised of fibrous (rope-like) material, and its primary function is controlling excessive movement of the knee by actually restricting the overall
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What are the Different Types of Shoulder Instability and Treatments?

Shoulder instability, also known as a “loose” shoulder, is a condition where the humeral head (ball) does not stay in the glenoid (socket). Dislocations of the shoulder are one form of instability. Some experience a shoulder subluxation where the ball starts to come out of the socket. The shoulder joint is stabilized by static stabilizers (ligaments
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Orthopedic Surgeons Fix Hand Fractures

A hand fracture of your hand can occur in the long bones of your hand called the metacarpals or the small bones n your fingers called the phalanges. They can occur because of crushing injury, falling, a twisting injury or in sports through direct contact. Signs of a broken bone in your hand include: •  
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Five Things You Probably Did Not Know about ACL Reconstructions

The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is found in the center of the knee. Its main function is to keep the shin bone (tibia) from shifting forward and underneath the thigh bone (femur), controlling the degree of rotation in the joint of the knee. Each knee actually has two anterior cruciate ligaments. There are two main
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