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At The Leone Center for Orthopedic care, my staff and I have created a number of online platforms to provide information and answer patient questions: via email at LeoneCenter@holy-cross.com, our comprehensive website, informational blog and video gallery, both on the website and on You Tube.

Joint Preservation Strategies to Delay the Need for Hip or Knee Replacement Surgery

In the first of several blog posts about hip and knee joint preservation, I will discuss the mechanics of these amazing joints that help keep us moving and the conservative treatments that can delay and possibly prevent the eventual need for partial or total joint replacement.

When to Have Hip Revision Surgery Due to Metal-on-Metal Prostheses

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Total hip replacement surgery has been one of the most successful…

Common Symptoms of Corrosion Problems from Metal-on-Metal Implants

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In my last blog, I outlined the serious complications associated…

Can Femoroacetabular Impingement (FAI) Lead to Early Onset Osteoarthritis?

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The hip is a ball-and-socket joint with a layer of cartilage…

When is Hip Arthroscopy an Effective Course of Treatment?

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Arthroscopy is a surgical technique that has revolutionized procedures…

The Pros and Cons of Two Approaches to Hip Replacement: Mini-Posterior and Direct Anterior

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In my last blog post, I discussed minimally invasive surgery…
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Diagnosing an Arthritic Hip Joint

Osteoarthritis is one of the common causes of hip deterioration. …

Hip Resurfacing or Total Hip Replacement: A Candid Discussion

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I recently read an article that cited a case study from France…

Metal-on-Metal Hip Replacements

Recently the FDA released a statement of concern about hip replacements…

Anterior Approach for Hip Replacement: Advantages and Disadvantages

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There are many well-established surgical approaches to the hip. …

Revision Hip Replacement Surgery

Revision hip replacement surgery refers to more hip surgery being…

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