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All blog posts are written by and express the expert opinion of Dr. Leone. No information on this blog should be construed as medical advice, used for diagnosis or used to determine treatment. The reader is advised to seek out professional medical advice or make an appointment with Dr. Leone for a consultation.

Arthroscopic Techniques to Stimulate the Production of Joint Fibrocartilage

December 9, 2014

In the third blog focusing on biologic strategies to preserve, “heal” or encourage the growth of new joint cartilage, I will describe three arthroscopic techniques that deliberately cause bleeding to stimulate the development of fibrocartilage to form and cover an exposed, arthritic area in the joint.

Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP): A Biologic Solution – “Heal Thy Self”

November 24, 2014

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When the arthritic process becomes so advanced in hip or knee joints that less-invasive and more conservative treatment options no longer are effective, surgery becomes necessary.

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

October 14, 2014

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.

US News & World Report: Choosing Between Partial and Total Knee Replacements

Misconceptions about Partial and Total Knee Replacement

September 12, 2014

Before considering knee surgery, you and your surgeon must carefully weigh the benefits of partial versus total knee replacement. Although age and physical activity play a role in the decision-making process, by far the most important consideration is the condition of the knee joint.

Radio Interview: Dr. Leone discusses how he finds solutions to complex hip and knee problems.

August 5, 2014

Anita Finley, Boomer Times recently hosted Dr. William Leone…

The Exeter Hip Stem – Still the Gold Standard in the Industry

July 24, 2014

The Exeter Hip Stem is thought by many to be the “industry gold standard” prosthetic stem for hip replacement. I have been implanting the Exeter Hip Stem in my patients since 1996 and the results continue to remain among the best in my practice.

Medicare Study Ranks Holy Cross Hospital One of the Top Hospitals for Hip & Knee Replacement Surgeries

June 19, 2014

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) conducted a study to identify the nation’s top hospitals for hip and knee replacement surgery.

Guest Blog: “My Experience with Hip Replacement Surgery,” by Danny More

May 20, 2014

At the Leone Center for Orthopedic Care, we treat and care for many patients who have developed problems associated with their prosthetic hips or knees. Recently, a number of specific prostheses, including a class of hip stems with modular necks, were recalled because they had been determined to cause significant problems in some individuals.

The Verasense Knee System

May 6, 2014

Traditionally during total knee replacement (TKR), surgeons have had to balance the prosthetic knee by feeling the tension in the ligaments throughout the range of motion.

Robotic Assisted Partial Knee Replacement Surgery (Makoplasty)

May 2, 2014

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A partial knee replacement (PKR) is a wonderful surgical option for patients who have pain or damage in only one compartment of the knee and have not responded to conservative treatment.