Orthopedic surgeons like to think about the knee joint as having three compartments: the medial compartment (inside the knee), the lateral compartment (outside the knee) and the patella femoral compartment (in front of the knee). If a patient has degeneration in only one compartment, then only that compartment needs to be resurfaced, not the entire…
— Knee pain is a widespread complaint affecting people of all ages. It can originate from a sports injury or past trauma, such as a fall. Many medical conditions also can lead to knee pain and arthritis. This includes infection and also autoimmune diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis; childhood diseases such as Rickets or Blount’s…
There has been much discussion in the medical community about partial and total knee replacement surgery in younger patients. Long used to treat severe arthritis in the elderly, knee replacement surgery for those aged 45 to 54, who cannot find relief with more conservative treatments, is projected to increase to nearly one million procedures by…
As part of the Holy Cross Hospital International Team, I have had the privilege to visit several countries as a featured guest speaker to share surgical techniques and best practices with orthopedic surgeons from other nations. In November 2011, I spoke at the LXXII Congreso Medico Nacional in Costa Rica, which is that country’s largest…
One of the most frequent questions we are asked at the Leone Center for Orthopedic Care is, “What are the benefits of a partial versus a total knee replacement?” To answer that question, we first must explore the reasons why a particular patient may develop knee joint degeneration. At the Leone Center for Orthopedic Care,…
Fifteen years ago, partial and total knee and hip replacements mostly were considered last-resort surgeries for elderly patients who otherwise would be confined to wheelchairs. Since then, a combination of technical advances and cultural changes has broadened the audience seeking treatment for complex joint issues. At the Leone Center for Orthopedic Care, I am seeing…
Some of the most common questions that our patients have prior to surgery are in regard to the possible need for a blood transfusion during the operation. At the Leone Center for Orthopedic Care, we welcome such questions as part of our patient-care philosoply. We want you to fully understand all aspects of your surgery…
The science and technology of joint replacement continue to evolve, so it is no surprise that patients have many questions and concerns as they navigate the process of finding the right orthopedic surgeon and determining the best approach to achieving the outcomes they desire. To begin the process, here are five important questions you should…
The art and science of joint replacement surgery are constantly evolving and our goal at the Leone Center for Orthopedics is to help our patients regain the highest possible quality of life. In 2009, the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons estimated that there are about 270,000 knee replacement surgeries performed each year in the United…
