by I0Cor3usr | Feb 1, 2021 | Joint Pain, Knee
If you’re living with knee pain, you might be dreading the day your doctor tells you that surgery is the only treatment option left. That’s understandable — knee surgery is a significant financial and time commitment. A typical knee surgery racks up costs for the...
by I0Cor3usr | Sep 8, 2021 | Uncategorized
Osteonecrosis — also called avascular necrosis (AVN) — occurs when bone tissue dies due to lack of blood supply and fresh oxygen. Although osteonecrosis can happen in any bone, it commonly impacts bones in the hip joint, upper arm and shoulder joint, jaw, ankle joint,...
by I0Cor3usr | Aug 10, 2021 | Joint Pain
In a healthy joint, space exists between the individual bones that make up the joint. Joint space is maintained by tough, smooth articular cartilage that covers the bone surfaces. This articular cartilage acts as a cushioning and shock absorbing material that allows...
by I0Cor3usr | Jul 21, 2021 | Joint Pain
A bone marrow lesion (BML) is an area of weak, damaged subchondral bone underneath a joint surface. While BMLs are most commonly found in the knees and hips, they can develop in any joint in the body. What’s significant about bone marrow lesions? In many cases,...
by I0Cor3usr | Jul 13, 2021 | Joint Pain
Arthritis is an umbrella term that refers to multiple conditions that cause joint pain, swelling, inflammation, and stiffness. Conditions like osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis are progressive, meaning symptoms worsen over time. Living with arthritis can...
by I0Cor3usr | Jul 6, 2021 | Knee
Undergoing knee replacement surgery is a life-changing experience. Prior to undergoing joint replacement, many people who need surgery are living with daily knee pain and limited mobility. A new knee equals a new lease on life for these patients. If you’re considering...
by I0Cor3usr | Jun 8, 2021 | Joint Pain
A chondral defect is a localized area of articular cartilage damage on a joint surface. In most cases, chondral defects develop in the knee joints, so the knee will be the focus of this blog article. Articular cartilage is the tough, smooth and durable substance that...
by I0Cor3usr | May 17, 2021 | Knee
If you have significant joint damage and pain from knee arthritis or a knee injury, your doctor may have suggested a total knee replacement surgery to reduce pain and restore functional mobility. During a replacement surgery, your surgeon will replace the damaged...
by I0Cor3usr | May 11, 2021 | Joint Pain, Knee
Arthroscopic knee surgery is a minimally invasive procedure used to assess and treat knee injuries. It’s also referred to as “scoping the knee.” Your orthopedic surgeon may recommend arthroscopy if you’re having knee pain, swelling, stiffness, or joint mobility...
by I0Cor3usr | May 4, 2021 | Joint Pain, Knee
For people living with severe knee pain, stiffness, and loss of mobility from arthritis or a knee injury, knee replacement surgery is the final treatment option after years of trying medications, physical therapy, injections, and other non-surgical...
by I0Cor3usr | Apr 7, 2021 | Joint Pain, Knee
Anyone can develop knee pain — and chances are, you’ll end up dealing with a painful knee at some point in your life. There are many causes behind knee injuries and conditions, including tendon and ligament tears, cartilage injuries, inflammation, dislocations,...
