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Miss Samantha Z. Tross app

Please check out my new Patient Journey App outlining the process for patients undergoing Hip & Knee replacement and knee arthroscopy. It is free to download from the iTunes and GooglePlay stores and you can easily find it when searching for Patient Journey App For Healthcare Provider, enter Joint Replacement Surgery. Thereafter you can select your …

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The Treatment for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) can plague 10% of the population and is something that causes daily pain and discomfort for its sufferers. However, it is not something which you have to live with forever and can be treated to help alleviate the pain that this syndrome evokes.

Spotlight on: Arthroplasty

Arthroplasty, or joint replacement surgery, is a method by which a diseased joint is replaced or repaired. This type of surgery is not necessary for all cases, but most people with severe joint issues require one form of arthroplasty or another. More specifically, this orthopaedic surgical procedure is used to replace or fix the articular …

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Arthroscopic Meniscal Surgery

An arthroscopy is a surgical procedure performed through small incisions, in which a small camera is inserted into the knee to provide clear views of the joint. A doctor will use this medical procedure to diagnose problems and to repair or remove damaged tissue. The meniscus is a tough cartilage between the shin bone and …

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Spotlight on: Osteoarthritis

We have mentioned other injuries that can damage your hips, touching briefly on osteoarthritis. We will give you a more thorough overview of this illness, explaining how to detect it and treat it. The hip joint can be affected by several types of arthritis, but the most common one is Osteoarthritis. It’s also known as …

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The Anatomy of the Hip

 The hips are important for basic functions like walking. If you find that your hips are bothering you more than they should, you might want to know about their anatomy. The important structures to be considered when talking about the hip are the bones and joints, the ligaments and tendons, the muscles, the nerves, the …

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