So many of my New York patients love a good game of golf. There’s just something about stepping onto the green, driving a solid one, and hearing the sinking of a putt. When faced with the prospect of a knee or hip surgery, some individuals are concerned that it will impact their game—or worse, keep […]
- Posted on: May 24 2019
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Why do there seem to be more and more people having knee replacement surgery? If you are of a certain age, it may seem like everyone you know has either had knee replacement surgery or is considering it. This was not always the case. Not that long ago, joint surgery was such a painful and […]
- Posted on: May 9 2019
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Whether you’re from New York or on the other side of the world, you’ve probably heard the phrase “you are what you eat.” It’s a friendly way of reminding individuals to be mindful of what they put into their bodies, and it rings true. Diets are especially important to consider if you are trying to […]
- Posted on: Apr 18 2019
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Which came first: the chicken or the egg? This unsolvable riddle has been a popular turn of phrase for decades, but it’s not exactly relatable to the average New Yorker or even those who grew up on a farm. What might seem like more of a common conundrum is the pervasive question of which came […]
- Posted on: Apr 11 2019
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Joints are such helpful components of our bodies. Our hips and knees help us move around and travel to the places we love the most. They also help even out the rest of your body by keeping other parts and check. With all this in mind, it’s incredibly important that New Yorkers do all they […]
- Posted on: Mar 27 2019
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In New York and beyond, joint pain is unfortunately common. A basic online search can give you a good breakdown of what might be to blame for your pain as well as how to identify if your aches are a symptom of a larger issue. Sadly, the Internet is also full of unreasonable advice for […]
- Posted on: Mar 18 2019
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Fitness is a funny thing. Some people love the feeling and endorphins that come with high-level activity. Others prefer to stick with low-movement routines or avoid exercise altogether. There’s no doubt that a healthy fitness regimen is generally beneficial to our bodies as a whole. Regular workout routines reduce weight and improve heart health. They […]
- Posted on: Mar 1 2019
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As my numerous New York patients know, I never suggest a surgery or treatment that is not in the best interest of an individual. In fact, I strive to preserve and maintain as much of the natural joint as I can when knees are having trouble. The strategies to preserve the joint focus on repairing […]
- Posted on: Feb 21 2019
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If you use them on a daily basis, it becomes easy to take your knees for granted. For many New Yorkers, knees get us where we need to go on a and help us complete tasks that we enjoy. But have you ever stopped and considered exactly what your knees go through each day? A […]
- Posted on: Feb 12 2019
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We talk a lot about how it feels when your knees start aching nonstop. Afterall, chronic pain and soreness that reduce mobility is a sure sign of trouble and an early indicator that a joint repair or replacement might be needed down the line. Still, there are other warnings put out by our bodies to […]
- Posted on: Jan 26 2019
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