Meniscus tears are a common knee injury. However, the presence of a meniscus tear does not necessarily mean that surgery is needed. We discuss different meniscus injury types, and when rehabilitation may be more appropriate than surgical management
Injury to the Anterior Cruciate Ligament is common among athletes and other active populations. The ACL is the main stabilizer to the front of the knee, while also providing rotational stability, allowing for more dynamic and complex knee motions.
Hip or Femoroacetabular Impingement is a condition in which slight alterations to the shape(s) of the hip bones can result in abnormal contact forces, resulting in soft-tissue injuries, pain, and even progressive hip degeneration when left untreated
Shoulder Arthroplasty or 'Replacement' Surgery is an effective treatment for pain and loss of motion due to shoulder arthritis. Two types of replacement - anatomic & reversed exist, allowing for success, even in the place of a non-functioning rotator cuff.
An important consideration in successful Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) reconstruction is the type of graft that will be used. Graft-based ACL reconstruction remains the standard of care, with repair demonstrating a high rate of failure.
Injury to the Shoulder’s Labrum results in a variety of symptoms. Patients with labral tears may experience frank instability, deep seated and vague pain, or symptoms localized to the front of the shoulder along the bicep tendon.
