When non-surgical treatments for a knee injury are not reducing pain, it is time to try a surgical approach.
Knee replacement surgery is a big commitment, and it is important to be fully informed about the process and the recovery. Finding…
It happens in an instant. It’s that winced one-legged hop after a tough interaction on the soccer field, the unpleasant roll of an ankle when walking a trail, or a painful shoulder grab after a powerful volley on the court…then comes the need for…
The spine surgery experts at Southern Oregon Orthopedics specialize in using the most innovative, minimally invasive techniques to treat pain and return patients to work and the activities of daily living as soon as possible.
Two types of…
Back pain is one of the most common reasons people seek medical help or miss work. Fortunately, measures can help prevent or relieve most back pain episodes, especially for people younger than age 60.
Back pain is one of the most common…
The value of a strong doctor-patient relationship cannot be overstated. Choosing the right orthopedic surgeon is one of the most important decisions you can make about your overall health. When orthopedic issues arise, as they often do over time…
After 25 years and over 10,000 hip and knee replacements, I have decided to retire effective February 24, 2023.
I want to thank all my patients for being my partners in their care. Without your participation in preparation and recovery, my…
We examine how bad posture affects your body, what good posture is, and ways you can achieve and keep good posture.
Your back is a vital part of how you stand, bend, balance, and support yourself. Your spine, nerves, muscles, and tissue in…
Physical injuries are quite common, affecting 55.4 million people and leading to over 200,000 preventable deaths and over a billion dollars in medical costs. Whether it happens at work, school, or in your home, millions of people struggle with…
So much of how you move and function is based on the multiple types of joints your body possesses. Without them, walking, running, lifting objects, writing, typing, waving, sitting, and many other basic things you take for granted wouldn’t be…
To find ways to keep your hips healthy for as long as possible, let’s examine how they work, what causes hip pain, and methods to preserve them.
A joint is where two bones connect, and there are several types of joints responsible for a…