24 Apr

2014

Bodyweight and Total Joint Replacements

A discussion about being overweight is one that your orthopaedic surgeon may need to have with you especially if you are considering having your hip or knee replaced. While this can be a very sensitive and personal issue for some, it is one that needs to be addressed to give you the best chance toRead More

10 Apr

2014

A Snapping Hip

Periodically, I will have patients who come to see me for a snapping or popping sound arising from their hip. While most say that it is not painful, it is usually described as an annoyance and in some cases, may lead to discomfort. So what is this and what causes it?The hip joint is madeRead More

19 Feb

2014

Orthopedic Injuries at the Olympics

Orthopedic Injuries at the Olympics It is estimated that over 3 billion people worldwide have tuned in to watch the Winter Olympics from Sochi, which are now entering their second week. Over 2850 of the best athletes in the world have been competing at the highest level for a chance to earn a medal. ManyRead More

13 Feb

2014

Minimally Invasive- What Does it Mean?

Minimally Invasive- What Does it Mean in Orthopedics? I often get patients in my office that ask me if I do that “minimally invasive” knee surgery, and if it applies to them. I’m never quite sure what they mean, or if they know what they are asking. Minimally Invasive can have several meanings depending onRead More

23 Jan

2014

SPORTS INJURIES

SPORTS INJURIES There is a large spectrum of sports injuries seen by orthopaedic surgeons. Injuries to bones and soft tissue can result from virtually any type of vigorous activity. Certain risk factors increase the likelihood of injury regardless whether you are a weekend warrior or a professional athlete. Ten common sports injuries seen by orthopedistsRead More

17 Jan

2014

ELBOW REPLACEMENT

ELBOW REPLACEMENT Total elbow replacement surgery has advanced considerably since its modern development in the 1970s. Elbow replacement is much less common than total hip or knee replacement. The purpose of this type of surgery is to lessen pain and to restore functional ability of the elbow. Development of pain and loss of mobility mayRead More

17 Jan

2014

Selecting the Right Type of Shoulder Surgery

As people age their shoulder joint can become worn or damaged, decreasing mobility, and limiting their quality of life. Not being able to comfortably move your arm, due to shoulder pain, can cause people to stop driving, golfing, or even doing simple household tasks like cooking. Shoulder pain can impact every area of your lifeRead More

Dr. Belongie

Bodyweight and Total Joint Replacements

A Snapping Hip

Orthopedic Injuries at the Olympics

Minimally Invasive- What Does it Mean?

SPORTS INJURIES

ELBOW REPLACEMENT

Selecting the Right Type of Shoulder Surgery

Bodyweight and Total Joint Replacements

A Snapping Hip

Stem Cells Treatment Knee Pain

Cause of Knee Pain

Ankle Sprain or Fracture?