Are you needing relief from back pain, neck pain, or disc problems? The reality for most people is that surgery can be the only option. But today’s minimally invasive spine surgery offers an alternative to open discectomy and fusion procedures with great promise in...
When you think of important external body features, you will likely list your legs, arms, back, neck, and neck before mentioning your shoulders. That said, however, your shoulders play a crucial role in balancing your upper body, helping you maintain posture, and in...
An estimated 700,000 people in the US each year undergo a total knee replacement surgery. More than 90 percent of the people who have this surgery say that it makes a solid difference in their pain levels. The purpose of the procedure is to remove the knee joint bones...
What is a total hip replacement? A total hip replacement (THR), also known as a complete hip replacement, is a surgery where a prosthetic hip joint is attached to the bone by a metal implant, commonly a titanium plate. In addition to being attached to the bone, the...
Plano Orthopedic & Sports Medicine Center specializes in providing total ankle replacement in Dallas, and is proficient with the PROPHECY® INFINITY® Total Ankle System. POSMC is a full-service medical facility that specializes in the evaluation and treatment of...
The ankles are amongst your body's most critical physical components. These features enable you to stand, move, and support your body's weight. However, such pressure and responsibility leaves this amalgamation of joints and bones susceptible to injury. In some cases,...
A person’s ankle is an intricate instrument that holds up the bodies weight. The ankle is made up of two joints. The true ankle joint and the subtalar joint make up what we all call the ankle. The up and down motion of everyone’s foot is done with the true ankle...
Total hip replacement, also known as total hip arthroplasty, involves the removal of the damaged bone and cartilage and replacing them with prosthetic components. This process is usually the one recommended if hip pain limits movement and mobility, continues even when...
Your wrists are vital physical components. Performing simple actions, such as writing, typing, and lifting objects is difficult when experiencing any type of wrist pain. One particularly challenging condition impacting your wrists and surrounding structures is carpal...
Carpal tunnel release surgery is a procedure that can treat carpal tunnel syndrome. Carpal tunnel syndrome occurs when there's inflammation in your carpal tunnel. The carpal tunnel is the passageway in your wrist that the median nerve and tendons for your fingers pass...