Knee

Treatments & Procedures:

• Rest, ice, compression, and elevation (RICE) to reduce swelling and discomfort
• Physical therapy to regain full knee motion, strengthen surrounding muscles, improve stability, and enhance balance
• Using a brace for support and avoiding activities that stress the knee
• ACL reconstruction surgery

Treatments & Procedures:

• Rest, ice, compression, and elevation (RICE) right after injury
• Medication
• Brace to protect knee and limit movement
• Exercises to get knee moving again and strengthen surrounding muscles
• Avoiding activities that stress LCL while it heals
• Surgical repair or reconstruction, for severe or complex injuries

Treatments & Procedures:

• Rest, ice, compression, and elevation (RICE)
• Over-the-counter NSAIDs
• A hinged knee brace to protect healing ligament and limit side-to-side motion
• Physical therapy for regaining range of motion, strengthening surrounding muscles, and improving balance.
• Avoiding activities that stress MCL during recovery

Treatments & Procedures:

• Rest, ice, Compression, Elevation (RICE)
• Activity modification
• Anti-inflammatory medications (NSAIDs)
• Physical therapy to improve strength and flexibility
• Corticosteroid injections (in some cases)
• Ligament repair and reconstruction
• Meniscus repair
• Meniscus transplantation

Treatments & Procedures:

• Bracing & activity modification: A brace may be used for support, and activities that stress the PCL (like deep squats or kneeling) are avoided during healing.
• Rest, ice, compression, and elevation (RICE) to reduce swelling and discomfort
• Physical therapy to regain full knee motion, strengthen surrounding muscles, and improve overall balance and stability
• Using a brace for support and avoiding activities that stress the knee
• PCL reconstruction surgery
• Post-surgical rehabilitation

Treatments & Procedures:

• Manual repositioning of dislocated joint under local or general anesthesia
• A splint or cast to allow ligaments and soft tissues to heal
• Surgery, if dislocation is complex, unstable, or involves fractures
• Physical therapy to help restore strength, mobility, and joint function after immobilization or surgery
• NSAIDs and ice to reduce pain and inflammation

Treatments & Procedures:

• Rest from aggravating activities
• Ice and NSAIDs for pain control
• Eccentric strengthening exercises
• Stretching tight muscles
• Patellar tendon straps or braces
• Shockwave therapy (in chronic cases)
• Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections (used selectively)
• Surgery, for severe, chronic cases

Treatments & Procedures:

• Knee immobilization in a brace
• Physical therapy once healing begins
• Gradual return to weight-bearing activities
• Surgery, for complete tears

Treatments & Procedures:

• Rest, ice, compression, and elevation (RICE)
• Exercises to strengthen and stretch muscles around knee
• Over-the-counter anti-inflammatory medications
• Physical therapy to strengthen leg muscles and improve flexibility and range of motion
• Orthotics to help correct foot alignment
• Knee bracing to provide support and stability

Treatments & Procedures:

• Activity modification to reduce joint stress
• Physical therapy to strengthen surrounding muscles and improve joint function
• Weight management to decrease pressure on the knee
• Anti-inflammatory medications (NSAIDs) or corticosteroid injections to control pain and swelling
• Hyaluronic acid injections to improve joint lubrication temporarily
• Arthroscopic debridement to clean and smooth damaged cartilage
• Surgery for more severe or persistent cases

Treatment/procedure options:

• Splinting or casting for immobilization
• Manually aligning bones without surgery
• OTC or prescription pain medications to ease discomfort
• Surgical fixation to stabilize complex fractures
• Physical therapy to restore strength and motion after immobilization

Treatments & Procedures:

• Weight management to reduce stress on joints
• Pain relievers and anti-inflammatories
• Physical therapy to maintain joint function
• Use of braces or orthotic devices to support knee
• Injections (steroid, viscosupplementation/gel, platelet-rich plasma)
• Total knee replacement

Treatments & Procedures:

• Rest and activity modification to avoid movements that aggravate symptoms
• Anti-inflammatory medications (NSAIDs) to reduce pain and swelling
• Physical therapy to maintain knee strength and mobility when symptoms are mild
• Arthroscopic removal of loose bodies using minimally invasive surgery
• Cleaning or smoothing damaged cartilage if needed during surgery
• Treatment of underlying causes

Conditions Treated:

• Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tears
• Posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) tears
• Rotator cuff tears
• Shoulder labral tears (e.g., SLAP tears, Bankart lesions)
• Shoulder instability requiring ligament/tendon repair
• Meniscal root tears requiring reconstruction
• Cartilage restoration procedures
• Cartilage defects

Before the Procedure:

• Detailed evaluation with imaging (MRI, X-ray) to confirm extent of damage
• Review of medical history, medications, and anesthesia planning
• Pre-surgery instructions on eating, drinking, and medication adjustments
• Education about procedure, risks, recovery, and rehabilitation process
• Arrangements for transportation, as this is usually outpatient surgery

After the Procedure:

• Outpatient recovery with bandages over small incisions
• Pain control and anti-inflammatory medications as prescribed
• Immobilization with a sling (shoulder) or brace (knee) for protection
• Structured physical therapy to restore strength, motion, and stability
• Gradual progression back to activities, often over several months
• Follow-up appointments to ensure proper healing and joint function

Conditions Treated:

• Rotator cuff tears
• Shoulder impingement syndrome
• Labral tears
• Shoulder instability
• Meniscus tears
• Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries
• Cartilage damage
• Loose bodies in the joint
• Inflammation of the joint lining (synovitis)

Before the Procedure:

• Comprehensive evaluation including physical exam and imaging (X-ray, MRI, or ultrasound)
• Review of medical history and medications, with possible adjustments
• Instructions on eating, drinking, and medications before the procedure
• Education about anesthesia, surgical process, and recovery expectations
• Arranging transportation home, as arthroscopy is often an outpatient procedure

After the Procedure:

• Typically same-day discharge with bandages over small incisions
• Pain management and anti-inflammatory medications as prescribed
• Use of a sling (shoulder) or brace (knee) if needed
• Early physical therapy to restore motion and strength
• Gradual return to normal activities, usually faster than with open surgery
• Follow-up appointments to monitor healing and progress

Conditions Treated:

• Osteoarthritis
• Rheumatoid arthritis and other inflammatory arthropathies
• Post-traumatic arthritis
• Avascular necrosis of the hip
• Hip dysplasia leading to joint damage
• Severe joint deformities or misalignment
• Failed previous joint replacement

Before the Procedure:

• Comprehensive evaluation, including physical exam, imaging, and lab tests
• Pre-surgical planning using computer navigation to map joint alignment
• Instructions on medications, diet, and physical preparation
• Education on hospital stay, recovery, and rehabilitation

After the Procedure:

• Hospital stay or same-day discharge, depending on health and procedure
• Pain management, wound care, and early movement guided by your care team
• Physical therapy to restore strength, mobility, and balance
• Gradual return to normal activities over several weeks to months
• Follow-up visits to monitor healing and implant function

Conditions Treated:

• Implant loosening or wear
• Periprosthetic joint infection
• Instability or dislocation
• Periprosthetic fracture
• Severe bone loss
• Persistent pain or stiffness
• Failed or broken implant
• Allergic reaction to implant materials

Before the Procedure:

• Thorough evaluation with imaging, lab tests, and possible joint aspiration to check for infection
• Detailed surgical planning, often with specialized implants or bone grafts
• Review of medical history and medications, with adjustments as needed
• Pre-surgery counseling on risks, recovery, and expected outcomes
• Instructions on preparing for hospital stay and rehabilitation