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Frequently Asked Questions about Knee Cartilage Injuries
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Frequently Asked Questions about Knee Cartilage Injuries

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Frequently Asked Questions about Knee Cartilage Injuries

HROSM2017-10-09T09:49:23-04:00October 6th, 2016|Blog, Joint Replacement, Orthopaedic|

Did you know? Over 12 million people a year visit their doctors because of knee pain that is affecting their quality of life. Knee pain can be caused by injury, such as a ruptured ligament or torn cartilage; or by chronic medical conditions - including arthritis, gout, and infections. In most cases, minor knee pain [...]

The Difference Between ACL and MCL Tears
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The Difference Between ACL and MCL Tears

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The Difference Between ACL and MCL Tears

HROSM2016-10-12T13:29:16-04:00September 15th, 2015|Blog, Sports Medicine|

To find out that one has an ACL or an MCL tear is truly devastating news to receive. With an ACL or MCL tear, an athlete can expect to sit on the sidelines for months, or possibly longer, depending on the severity of the injury. Although these injuries are both a tear to the ligament, [...]