Tag Archive for: knee
How We Manage Your Pain After Surgery
At the Leone Center for Orthopedic Care, Dr. Leone and his team are committed to giving you both the best result and the best experience. One of the major reasons our patients recover so much faster and return to full activities so much sooner than even several years ago is our comprehensive approach to preventing and preempting pain. Our goal is to “stay ahead of the pain curve”. This begins in the pre-operative holding area prior to your surgery ever starting.
Frequent Reader Questions about Knee Replacement Surgery
In my last Q&A blog post, I shared some of the most common reader questions about hip replacement surgery. Again, I will use a Q&A format to share some of the most-frequently asked questions and concerns about partial and total knee replacement surgery (PKR, TKR).
A Bad Total Knee Is Restored with the Use of an OrthoSensor Device
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On June 29, 2016, I performed a really eloquent operation on a 55-year-old elementary school teacher from Nassau, Bahamas. I was so excited with how the case worked out for her that I decided to share the experience in a short blog.
Age Is Not the Determining Factor in Joint Replacement Surgery
Two of the most common questions we receive at The Leone Center for Orthopedic Care are, “How old is too old to have joint replacement surgery?” and “How young is too young to have Joint replacement surgery?”
Sharing Informative Questions and Comments from Our Readers
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.
Arthroscopic Techniques to Stimulate the Production of Joint Fibrocartilage
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.
Misconceptions about Partial and Total Knee Replacement
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.
Anita Finley, Boomer Times recently hosted Dr. William Leone…
Guest Blog: “My Experience with Total Knee Surgery,” by Edward Stupi
At the Leone Center for Orthopedic Care, we firmly believe that patients who have the most information possible about what to expect before and after surgery not only have a better experience but a quicker recovery.
VERASENSE Sensor is a game changer for knee replacement surgery
Total knee replacement is one of the most successful surgeries to have been developed, helping thousands to walk again.
Should Hip and Knee Prosthetics Come with a Warranty?
Lately, there have been several articles questioning if hip and knee prosthetics should come with warranties. Considering the current, worldwide repercussions from failing metal on metal hip replacements and modular neck hip replacements, it’s no wonder manufacturers are being called upon to make good.
How Durable Are Hip and Knee Replacement Prosthetics?
Historically, hip and knee replacement surgery was performed to treat severe arthritis in those aged 65 and older. The common belief was that a prosthetic joint usually would last for 10 years, then wear out or loosen requiring more surgery.