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  • Ask Dr. Breien: How Is A Failed Knee Implant Treated?

    Ask Dr. Breien: How Is A Failed Knee Implant Treated?

    Dr. Breien explains the most common causes of a failed knee implant, and the repairs available. Knee replacement surgery is an excellent option when conservative therapies fail. “A knee injury or arthritis can severely limit day-to-day activities,” says knee surgeon Dr. Kristoffer Breien. “And painful knees can hamper patients in a broad age spectrum. But…

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  • Ask Dr. Breien: How Long Will A Knee Implant Last?

    Ask Dr. Breien: How Long Will A Knee Implant Last?

    Dr. Breien explains how patients have some control over the life of their knee implant. Osteoarthritis affects an estimated 27 million Americans. Although the risk of developing this disease increases with age, it is not a disease confined to the elderly. At Summit, we treat patients in their 20s and 30s for osteoarthritic conditions. When…

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  • Introducing Michael Anderson, D.O. [Video]

    Introducing Michael Anderson, D.O. [Video]

    Meet the Expert: Doctor Bio Video Series Introducing Michael Anderson, D.O., a foot and ankle surgeon for Summit Orthopedics in Minneapolis/St. Paul, Minnesota. His specialties include ankle arthroscopy, ankle arthritis, reconstructive foot and ankle surgery, bunions, hallux rigidus, and sports related injuries of the foot, ankle, and lower leg. Meet the Expert: Michael Anderson, D.O. Dr. Anderson’s approach:…

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  • Ask Dr. Wahlquist: What Can I Expect During My First Visit?

    Ask Dr. Wahlquist: What Can I Expect During My First Visit?

    Because Dr. Wahlquist understands that patients are already in pain when they come in, he wants them to know what to expect during their first visit.

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  • Ask Dr. Choi: How Does Spinal Cord Electrical Stimulation Feel?

    Ask Dr. Choi: How Does Spinal Cord Electrical Stimulation Feel?

    Dr. Choi explains how spinal cord stimulation uses electrical stimulation to replace pain with a more comfortable sensation. For certain chronic pain patients, spinal cord stimulation can provide pain relief when other treatments have failed. The treatment involves careful placement of an electrode device in the layers of tissue just outside the spine. This device…

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  • Ask Dr. Wahlquist: What Are My Treatment Options For A Herniated Disc?

    Ask Dr. Wahlquist: What Are My Treatment Options For A Herniated Disc?

    Dr. Wahlquist explains how herniated disc symptoms are treated. A herniated disc can be a painful condition. Fortunately, in most cases, the discomfort resolves with time and conservative nonsurgical medical treatments. In certain cases, when pain persists, surgical treatments may be considered. Spine surgeon Dr. Trevor Wahlquist discusses the causes, symptoms, and treatment options for…

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  • Ask Dr. Wahlquist: What Conditions May Cause Back Pain?

    Ask Dr. Wahlquist: What Conditions May Cause Back Pain?

    Dr. Wahlquist identifies the numerous problems and conditions that may cause back pain. Why does my back hurt? It is a question that spine specialist Dr. Trevor Wahlquist hears often. “This is a simple question, but answering it requires specialized expertise. Evaluating back pain is complex because there are so many different suspects that can…

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  • Ask Dr. Anderson: What Causes Big Toe Arthritis?

    Ask Dr. Anderson: What Causes Big Toe Arthritis?

    Dr. Anderson discusses conditions linked to big toe arthritis and explains treatment options. If you experience pain at the base of your big toe when you walk, you aren’t alone. In fact, as many as 40 percent of adults over the age of 50 are affected by painful toes. The cause? Big toe arthritis, which…

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  • Introducing Edward Santos, M.D. [Video]

    Introducing Edward Santos, M.D. [Video]

    Meet Edward Santos, M.D., a spine surgeon specializing in neck, back, cervical, thoracic and lumbar spinal disorders, and minimally invasive surgery.

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