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A Knee replacement Patient Testimonial for Dr. Harris
A patient’s journey through Total Knee Arthroplasty with Dr. Harris. One thing I noticed right away after both procedures, especially the first, was the change it made in me mentally and emotionally as well as physically. What I discovered as I recovered was that my mind felt sharper and I had fewer moody periods. I think I had been using more brain power than I realized just trying to mentally block out the pain. Now that space was available in my brain for other things. I felt free-er.
A shoulder replacement Patient Testimonial for Dr. Marx
After the surgery, there was absolutely no pain. There’s no limit to what I can do.
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!
Is Crossfit Safe?
As athletes seek to incorporate something new and challenging into their fitness regimen, Crossfit often appeals to them. Many of them wonder: Is Crossfit safe?
When Should I Consider Rotator Cuff Surgery?
If you have injured your rotator cuff, it probably resulted from either sustaining injury or wearing down over time.
Common Causes of Hip Pain
Hip pain is something that most people experience. It can be a result of a sports injury, an accident, or even just daily activities. This pain can alter a person’s quality of life if not treated properly. Depending on where a person is feeling the hip pain may be a clue as to what the cause may be.
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.
Crushing Hip Replacement Misconceptions With Dr. Harris
If hip pain has compromised your daily living activities like getting a full night’s rest and all other treatment options have failed, hip replacement surgery might be your ticket a pain free life. Due to the misconceptions surrounding hip replacements, Dr. Harris, MD, FAAOS discusses and crushes the ideas that prevent people with severe hip pain from seeking surgery.
Dr. Harris’ Patient Testimonial
I am so grateful to Dr. Harris because he's given me the opportunity to live this life. I missed a lot of things that I would have loved to have done because I couldn't. I was literally in pain all the time even when lying down and sleeping. I couldn't sleep because if I were lying down, it hurt. If I was sitting, it hurt. If I walked, it hurt. If I stood, it hurt.
A Knee Replacement Patient Testimonial for Dr. Broome
To be honest with you, I truly believe I'm better now than I was before the surgery. I truly do.
When to See a Sports Medicine Physician
At SAOS we specialize in an array of orthopedic services that go beyond the average sports injury. You can also visit our orthopedic office if you are simply looking to improve your performance or prevent future sports’ injuries.
STRAIGHT FROM DR. STRYKER: TOTAL KNEE REPLACEMENT 101
Dr. Stryker uses a technique he created for first time knee replacement patients. He still makes an incision over the front of the knee. However, instead of cutting the tendon that attaches to the kneecap or the quadriceps tendon, he actually comes underneath the muscle and slides that muscle over the top to get into the knee. Then, he uses a computer to help him align the cutting guides. He would, then, shave off the very end of the thigh bone and the very top of the shin bone to replace those with metal caps.