The Role of Hyaluronic Acid in Healing Injuries
A new study shows we may be able to use our body’s cells into anti-inflammatory cells, in combination with hyaluronic acid, which improved healing and limited damage.
Exercise, Pain, & the Meaning of Creaky Knees
Patients often come in to see me, complaining that they have creaky knees and they can’t exercise without pain. This article in the lay press discusses this common issue.
Opioids after ACL Surgery
In the 1990s, pain was considered a vital sign and it was considered malpractice to not prescribe tremendous amounts of narcotics, including opioids, including after ACL surgery.
ZKR Orthopedics’ LIFT implant Receives FDA Breakthrough Device Designation
The FDA has granted the LIFT implant breakthrough device status and we are optimistic an FDA trial will be starting soon.
Helping Women Overcome Shoulder Pain
Skiing is one sport where common sense can truly prevent a high proportion of injuries and help avoid the most catastrophic problems.
Using Soft Rollers
I contributed to this article in the LA Times: It doesn’t have to hurt: How to use soft rollers and balls to gently melt away aches and pains – LA Times Sue Hitzmann developed the MELT Method of balls and soft rollers to massage muscles and alleviate pain. Source: www.latimes.com/health/la-he-melt-20151121-story.html