Stages of Knee Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis is a degenerative joint disease that affects the cartilage in joints. Knee osteoarthritis is a common condition, and its severity can vary. Here are the stages: Stage 0: Normal No signs of osteoarthritis. The knee joint is healthy. Stage 1: Mild...
Rotator Cuff Surgery – How to Prepare for It & What to Expect
You have been diagnosed with a shoulder rotator cuff tendon tear and have been scheduled for shoulder rotator cuff tendon surgery. What to expect? Pre-Admission I generally do not need to do pre-surgery blood tests, ECG or chest x-rays unless the patient has...
What to Expect during Recovery from Total Knee Replacement Surgery
As our population ages and people are getting more active, pain from knee osteoarthritis remains a big problem. This affects the quality of life of the patient with painful knee osteoarthritis. Total knee replacement surgery can offer a new lease of active lifestyle...
