Joints are composed, among other things, of bones and cartilage that come together to allow a range of movements. Younger people rarely experience any issues with significant wear and tear. However, as we age, some of the components that support the joints can suffer damage. The articular cartilage is one such substance that performs an… Read More
When you get a much-needed hip replacement, the expectation is to enjoy a vastly improved range of movement. Unfortunately, for many patients, this is far from the case. Although walking and mobility in general gets better, there are other issues that manifest after surgery. Overcompensation is a familiar symptom that orthopedic surgeons encounter every day.… Read More
If you have an injury or illness impacting your knee, hip or shoulder health, there are several approaches that can provide relief. In the first instance, Dr. Farzin Kabaei will seek to use conservative options. Preserving the natural joint is often possible with a comprehensive treatment plan. However, in some cases, the most appropriate solution… Read More
Adhesive capsulitis (better known as frozen shoulder) can stem from injury, restricted mobility or a medical condition. For many sufferers, the process of reaching what is commonly described as a frozen shoulder is slow. This is because adhesive capsulitis typically occurs in stages. What seems like a flareup may actually represent the second of three… Read More
Going through a hip or knee replacement surgery is a difficult journey. When you begin to experience problems long after the initial recovery, it may cause feelings of fear and anxiety. While it is true that revision of these surgeries are often complex, the alternative is a much less attractive prospect. A hip or knee… Read More
Struggling with pain or arthritis in your knees creates a major hindrance in your daily life. Physical therapy and medications or injections can be helpful for short term pain relief. If your symptoms get worse, you may need to consider surgery to improve your quality of life. Robotic knee replacement surgery uses innovative technology to… Read More
Named after the 19th century surgeon who first described the condition, Dr. William Morrant Baker, Baker’s cyst is an accumulation of fluid that forms in the hollow of the knee joint. This is also called a popliteal cyst. It forms a bulge at the back of the knee. For many individuals, the predominant symptom is… Read More
The first knee joint replacement surgery was performed in the 1960s, and there have been many improvements to the devices and procedures since that historic first surgery. Modern knee replacement surgeries have a very high success rate, but they can still have complications. One of the newest innovations in knee replacement is the use of… Read More
For many years, total knee replacements were the preferred procedure when replacing a damaged knee joint. However, with new innovations in robotic surgical technology and improved implants, partial knee replacement surgery is becoming more popular among top orthopedic surgeons. If you have knee damage from arthritis and are considering knee replacement surgery, you may be… Read More