Knee Reconstruction Surgery vs Knee Replacement

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If you experience knee pain, you know it can significantly reduce the quality of your life. You don’t need to be an athlete to develop joint pain, but when you push your body to its limits, you may naturally be putting strain on your knee joints – and that additional strain can increase your risk […]

GUIDE: How To Treat Arthritis of the Knee

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Arthritis is a common cause of knee problems, but if you have arthritis, you know that it can cause issues beyond physical pain and affect your life in other ways.  In fact, studies have found that many people with arthritis also experience “fatigue, poor sleep, anxiety, depression, social isolation, loss of work, financial difficulty, and […]

GUIDE: How Do You Know If You Tore Your ACL? 5 Clues to Look Out For

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An ACL tear is a typical sports injury, but when you’re afraid it’s happening to you, it might feel like your worst nightmare. The good news is that if you HAVE torn your ACL, with proper treatment, recovery is possible. Here’s what to look for if you want to know if you tore your ACL: […]

What Not To Do After A Knee Replacement

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If you’re reading this, you’re most likely looking for a quick list of the most important things you need to know about what not to do after a knee replacement. As an orthopedic surgeon who regularly performs knee surgery, I make it a priority to inform my patients what they should and shouldn’t do post-surgery. […]

Sports Injury Prevention Tips To Start Right Now (From A Sports Medicine Doctor)

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While Los Angeles is an ideal city for year-round sports weather wise, the summertime tends to bring about more sports-related injuries than any other season. As a double board certified sports medicine doctor and orthopedic surgeon, I’ve seen thousands of summer sports-related injuries that could have been prevented if only the athlete had been taught […]

Allograft vs Autograft

If you’ve torn your ACL and you are considering surgery, deciding between an allograft vs autograft can seem stressful and confusing. As a double board certified orthopedic surgeon and sports medicine doctor, I’ve successfully walked thousands of patients through their treatment options when it comes to choosing the best graft for them. Both options can […]