Participation in sports can bring immense joy, camaraderie, and health benefits. However, injuries are an inevitable part of the athletic journey. Whether you’re a professional athlete or an enthusiastic amateur, the road to recovery is crucial for getting back in the game safely. Physiatry, a medical specialty focused on physical medicine and rehabilitation, plays a pivotal […]
Knee pain can be a persistent and debilitating issue, impacting your daily life and hindering your ability to perform simple tasks. While there are various causes of knee pain, ranging from injuries to arthritis, one question that often arises is when to consider a knee replacement. Navigating knee pain requires a careful balance between conservative treatments […]
Evaluating a potential knee replacement surgeon in person is an essential first step on your knee replacement journey. You will want to choose someone experienced who will consider your personal treatment goals. You can research doctors online, but it is important to schedule a consultation with a doctor before deciding on who should perform your knee […]
After your knee ligament surgery, you may feel ready to jump into your recovery and return to your daily activities or sport as soon as possible, but you will have some limitations while you recover. It is important to plan ahead to avoid some recovery obstacles and build your knee strength over time. You will be […]
Sciatica, medically known as lumbar radiculopathy, is a condition characterized by pain that radiates along the path of the sciatic nerve. The sciatic nerve is the longest nerve in the human body, originating from the lower back (lumbar region) and extending down the back of each leg. This condition typically affects one side of the body […]
A patient’s injury, treatment goals, medical history, preferences, and age all affect their shoulder pain treatment. Your doctor will carefully evaluate each aspect when determining what treatment plan will be most effective for your specific shoulder pain. Your personalized treatment plan from OrthoKnox in Knoxville, TN orthopedic clinic will include the following age-related considerations to ensure you are […]
The most important step in caring for your total knee replacement is choosing the right orthopedic clinic. You will want to choose an experienced surgeon and dedicated physical therapy team to ensure you get the best care for your total knee replacement. At ORTHOKnox orthopedic clinic, we have a board-certified surgeon who is experienced in MAKOplasty® […]
Baseball is a physically demanding sport that can put a lot of repetitive stress on the body. As a result, it is not uncommon for baseball players to experience overuse injuries as well as traumatic injuries. Some of the most common overuse orthopedic injuries in baseball include: Shoulder: The rotator cuff is a group of muscles […]
Proper technique and conditioning in your sport are essential for injury prevention, but focusing on your health off the field can prepare your body to avoid and resist injuries. At ORTHOKnox orthopedic clinic, we are prepared to help treat sports injuries if you sustain one, but we are also available for consultations on injury prevention and […]
Shoulder replacement surgery, also known as shoulder arthroplasty, is a surgical procedure used to treat shoulder pain, instability, and disability. It replaces the damaged parts of the shoulder joint with artificial parts, such as metal or plastic. It is usually considered for people who have severe shoulder pain that does not respond to conservative treatments such […]
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