Avascular necrosis (AVN) is a condition that occurs when blood flow to the bones is disrupted, causing the bone tissue to weaken and eventually die. Most commonly affecting the hips, knees, shoulders, and ankles, AVN can lead to significant joint damage if not treated early. Recognizing the symptoms and seeking care promptly is essential to preserving mobility and […]
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Your knees are an essential part of your body and have lots of tendons and connective tissue. This is necessary because of how often our knees are used in our daily lives. From walking, going up some stairs, sitting down, standing up, and so much more. That’s why receiving an injury like an MCL or ACL
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No one wants to deal with constantly aching knees. While home remedies and over-the-counter medications can help bring some relief, these methods are not usually enough to fix chronic knee problems. In some cases, minor surgical procedures can be enough to do the job and give you the pain relief you need. Having your knee
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The Anterior Cruciate Ligament, or ACL, is one of 3 primary ligaments that helps keep your knees stable. When this ligament tears, it’s followed by immediate pain and instability in the knee. Most people can expect to recover from a torn ACL in six to nine months. While torn ACL is a common injury, it
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Statistically speaking, the vast majority of patients who undergo a hip or knee replacement tend to do so after many months or years of postponement. We know from clinical experience that the hesitancy often lies in not knowing what to expect. After recovering from a joint replacement, patients often express that they wish they hadn’t
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The hips and the knees are some of our most-used joints, and the most commonly affected by osteoarthritis. When the joints begin to break down into an arthritic state, the symptoms can become debilitating if not treated properly. Often, what happens is that the person with stiff, achy joints slows down their activity level, believing
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Your knee is important for daily function. When it has been damaged or compromised, you may find yourself slowed down in your daily activities. You may experience discomfort that makes it difficult to walk, run, or jump. If you are active in certain sports, you may not be able to play due to your injury.
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At Orthopedic Associates of Long Island, our team understands how chronic knee problems can impact one’s quality of life. This is why our experts can provide the care patients need, which in some cases, may require knee replacement. There are many reasons why a patient may choose to move forward with knee replacement surgery as
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The knee is an important joint of the body that allows us to walk, run, and jump. When an injury or condition makes the knee area painful, it can dramatically impact one’s quality of life. Without the ability to move around without pain, many patients find that they start leading sedentary lifestyles. They may not
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Patients with chronic knee problems may be unsure as to when they need to consider more invasive options to obtain effective treatment. Conditions such as osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis is often the leading cause of degenerative knee problems. This is one of the primary reasons why a patient may consider surgical procedures to treat their
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