Meniscus Injuries
Background The meniscus is a specialized cartilage found in the knee that lies between the femur and the tibia. The primary purpose of the meniscus is to decrease the contact pressure between the femur and the tibia. The secondary purpose of the meniscus is to contribute to the stability of the knee. Determining if a […]
Total Knee Replacement
You and your surgeon have decided that a knee replacement is the best treatment for you. This is a guideline about what to expect prior to and during your surgical experience. Not everything is included in this packet. Always feel free to ask questions about your surgery and hospital stay. Here is a powerpoint that […]
Partial Knee Replacement
Background There is much debate as to whether a person should go with a partial knee replacement versus a total knee replacement, considerations to remember are definitely the age at which you are going through with the surgery, the activity level at which you operate, and the level of arthritis you are experiencing. There are […]
MCL Ligament Injury
Background The medial collateral ligament (MCL) is a band of tissue found on the inside part of the knee and originates on the medial epicondyle of the femur (inside of the femur) and inserts onto the medial condyle of the tibia (inside of the top of your shin bone). This ligament is a primary stabilizer […]
Cartilage Injury
Background The cartilage on joints provides a protective layer to prevent bone on bone friction during joint range of motion. Unlike other tissues in the body, joint cartilage has little to no blood supply and metabolism. Therefore, its ability to repair itself is minimal at best. In some cases, cartilage injury or degeneration can lead to pain and […]
