Obesity and Knee Replacement Surgery

Obesity and Knee Replacement Surgery

Knee pain can significantly impact your quality of life, especially when osteoarthritis or other degenerative conditions limit mobility. For some patients, knee replacement surgery is the solution but obesity can play a role in both the decision-making process and...
Knee Pain from Front to Back

Knee Pain from Front to Back

Knee pain is one of the most common issues that bring people into an orthopedic clinic. Whether it’s a dull ache in the front of your knee, a sharp pain behind the knee, or a generalized soreness that makes walking, running, or climbing stairs uncomfortable,...
Neck Pain Due to Motor-Vehicle Collisions

Neck Pain Due to Motor-Vehicle Collisions

Many patients with chronic pain feel that nothing works to reduce their pain and have lost hope. I have treated chronic pain patients who said they felt broken, depressed, and abandoned. I want my patients to feel heard and understood, and know they are not alone in...
How to Avoid Injuries while Gardening and Doing Yard Work

How to Avoid Injuries while Gardening and Doing Yard Work

As the weather warms up, many of us are eager to get outside and tend to our yards and gardens. Gardening is a great way to stay active, enjoy the fresh air, and reap the rewards of your hard work. However, like any physical activity, gardening comes with its fair...
Shoulder Pain: Causes, Treatments, and Prevention

Shoulder Pain: Causes, Treatments, and Prevention

Day-to-day activities like reaching for something on a high shelf or putting on a shirt can seem simple, but for those suffering from shoulder pain, these tasks can quickly become excruciating. Whether it’s neck pain, difficulty lifting even light objects, or...