…or degeneration Techniques: Open fusion: Larger incision, direct visualization of the joint. Minimally invasive fusion: Smaller incisions and specialized implants for faster recovery. Recovery: Most patients go home the same day or…

…implants experience significantly greater improvements. However, treatment failures, requiring subsequent laminectomy or reoperation, are more common in the non-surgical treatment group. Patients with IPD implants also report a better quality…

Knee replacement surgery is one of the most commonly performed procedures in orthopedics, often providing relief from chronic knee pain caused by conditions like arthritis. While this procedure is generally…

…avoid bending the toe. That compensation can cause pain in the ball of the foot, the knee, and the hip. In later stages, the joint may be noticeably enlarged. A…

When knee pain becomes severe, impacting daily activities, or is accompanied by swelling, sensitivity, or inflammation, seeking medical help is crucial. At Complete Orthopedics, our specialized team focuses on treating knee bursitis with personalized…

…knee When to call Complete Orthopedics Call your orthopedic knee doctor if you are experiencing: Major pain after an injury Severe pain in the knee Marked knee swelling Pain builds…

…cup or the use of smaller implants in unplanned surgeries can create true shortening. Soft tissue balance: Overly tight or lax soft tissues can change leg mechanics and create the perception…

…risk. Research Spotlight A recent study systematically reviewed 71 reports on total ankle replacement (TAR) infections, analyzing 10,662 ankle implants and 298 cases of periprosthetic joint infection (PJI). The average…

…fellowship training was centered on the latest generation of implants, bone-sparing techniques, large volume of ankle replacement surgeries, which means I’m not just looking at the joint in isolation, but…

…functional deterioration. While it commonly affects joints like the knee and hip, ankle osteoarthritis is less discussed due to its lower occurrence. Two main treatments for ankle OA are total…