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  • Ask Dr. Skendzel: What Are Surgical Options For Unstable Kneecaps?

    Ask Dr. Skendzel: What Are Surgical Options For Unstable Kneecaps?

    Once a kneecap has dislocated, the risk of subsequent dislocations, permanent cartilage damage, and osteoarthritis increases substantially. Dr. Skendzel discusses the surgeries he uses to reduce this escalating injury risk and protect knee function. Starting with conservative treatment A dislocated kneecap is a fairly common injury among young athletes, and a first injury rarely requires…

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  • Ask Dr. Skendzel: What Are The Risks Of An Unstable Kneecap?

    Ask Dr. Skendzel: What Are The Risks Of An Unstable Kneecap?

    Once you’ve dislocated a kneecap, unstable kneecap risks increase with subsequent dislocations that can cause significant knee damage over time.

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  • Anterior Hip Replacement In The News

    Anterior Hip Replacement In The News

    Traditional hip surgery involves a large incision, a hospital stay, and a long recovery time. A recent Wall Street Journal article highlights the advantages of a less invasive anterior hip replacement procedure offered at Summit Orthopedics. In today’s world, quality of life is less linked to age than it once was. Advances in surgery have…

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  • Smart Ways To Support Recuperation After A Hip Replacement

    Smart Ways To Support Recuperation After A Hip Replacement

    Everyone wants to be supportive of friends or loved ones during their recuperation after a surgical procedure. We have tips provided by hip replacement patients to help you provide valuable assistance that will make recovery easier and more comfortable for the people you love. Hip replacement surgery is becoming more common among patients with chronic…

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  • Comparing Two Surgical Approaches For Total Hip Replacement

    Comparing Two Surgical Approaches For Total Hip Replacement

    The decision to undergo a total hip replacement involves a number of considerations, including choosing the surgical approach that is best for you. We explain the difference between a traditional posterior surgery and the newer, less invasive anterior surgery technique used for hip replacements. A growing number of Americans with hip pain are refusing to…

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  • The Most Common Injuries For Young Hockey Players

    The Most Common Injuries For Young Hockey Players

    Among youth and high school sports, ice hockey is statistically one of the safest. But a good safety ranking can’t eliminate all injuries. We identify and discuss the four most common injuries we treat in young hockey players. Over the last few years, we have become more aware and concerned about athletic injury risks at…

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  • The Hockey Equipment You Need To Play Safely

    The Hockey Equipment You Need To Play Safely

    Many consider ice hockey a dangerous sport, but statistics show that youth hockey is very safe—when played with the proper equipment. Whether an athlete is a beginner or a seasoned pro, we have a checklist of the protective gear needed to reduce and prevent injuries. Ice hockey is one of the most popular and fastest-growing…

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  • What Are The Injury Risks For Your Young Hockey Player?

    What Are The Injury Risks For Your Young Hockey Player?

    Is ice hockey the toughest, most dangerous sport? It’s not a hard argument to make. Hockey makes intense physical demands on players—and has a reputation for a high injury rate. But the injury rates for young hockey players—compared to other sports—may surprise you. The fluid teamwork of hockey players as they move skillfully across the…

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  • The Lowdown On Acetaminophen And Ibuprofen

    The Lowdown On Acetaminophen And Ibuprofen

    Acetaminophen (Tylenol®) and ibuprofen (Advil®) are popular over-the-counter pain relievers—but they each have distinct strengths, advantages, and risks. We compare the benefits and disadvantages of these medications to help you make the best choice when you need a pain remedy. At one point or another, you have probably reached for an over-the-counter pain reliever to…

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