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Knee Replacement Recovery: A Detailed Timeline
Struggling with chronic knee pain? A knee replacement can offer the relief you need, but recovery plays a vital role in your journey to restored mobility. In this blog, we provide a step-by-step timeline of what to expect during knee replacement recovery, from immediate post-surgery care to returning to your favorite activities. Learn how innovative treatments like iovera™ can ease pain and accelerate healing, along with tips to prevent complications and enhance your results. Start your path to a pain-free life today!
iovera Treatment: Managing Knee Pain for a Smoother Knee Replacement Recovery
See how iovera treatment can transform your experience before knee replacement surgery. This innovative, non-drug solution utilizes targeted cold therapy to block pain at its source, providing immediate relief for those struggling with knee osteoarthritis. Learn about the benefits of iovera compared to traditional pain management options and how it can enhance recovery, allowing patients to regain mobility and return to their daily activities with less discomfort.
Knee Health on the Field: Orthopedic Insights into Turf vs Grass Impacts
Explore the differences between artificial turf and natural grass fields with insights from Dr. Marx, our Fellowship-Trained Sports Medicine Surgeon, and their impact on knee health. This guide delves into the pros and cons of each playing surface, their effects on knee ligament integrity, and offers expert advice on injury prevention. Whether you're an athlete or an active individual, learn how to make informed decisions to optimize your orthopedic health on any playing surface.
What Is An ACL Injury?
ACL injuries are the most common knee injury in young athletes particularly in those who play basketball, football, or soccer. Learn more about how this injury occurs, how to prevent it, and what your treatment options are.
What Implant Is Best for a knee replacement?
We asked Dr. Broome what his favorite knee implant is to use for knee replacement surgery — read along to find out which one he chooses and why!
LONG-TERM TESTING FOR SMITH + NEPHEW with dr. broome
Dr. Broome specializes in knee replacement surgery, and his research and studies have led him to believe that Smith + Nephew knee implants are the best choice for his patients!
The Best Knee Replacement - Smith + Nephew with Dr. Broome
Our main goal is for our patients to feel comfortable and pain-free after their knee replacement surgery. That’s why we have chosen the top-tier knee implant, Smith + Nephew, to relieve any pain you are experiencing.
Life After A Knee Replacement
One thing I liked about the Dr. Harris approach, he was actually the first Surgeon in San Antonio to do minimal invasive surgery.
Valgus knees vs varus knees
So varus and valgus knees are really descriptions of the alignment of your legs. Our legs were meant to be straight yet some people may have varus knees or valgus knees. Let’s discuss the differences!
Knee Replacement Testimonial
A Total Knee Replacement patient runs in a marathon!
Zuk Knee Success Story
A knee replacement success story with San Antonio Orthopaedic Specialists!