3 Steps To Reducing Joint pain
Chronic joint pain affects millions of Americans each year. Joint pain is extremely common, especially as you age. And guess which joint is complained about most frequently? The knee! As an active, weight-bearing joint, the knee is a source of pain and problems for many people. The knee is the strongest joint in the human
Infection Prevention
For obvious reasons, infections are a complication surgeons always try to avoid. Infections are particularly inconvenient in orthopaedic joint replacement surgery. Ordinarily, in the unfortunate circumstance of infection, IV or oral antibiotics are administered to the patient, sending the antibiotics through the bloodstream to fight the infection. However, in joint replacement surgeries, the implanted device
MAY CASE OF THE MONTH
Each month, we like to highlight a case that might help other people who experience similar symptoms understand their surgical options. Please consult with your doctor as this is not considered medical advice. This patient has agreed to share their story. *Names have been changed to protect their privacy. Mary* is a 77 year old
All About Knee Injections
Before surgery is considered, doctors attempt to employ non-surgical methods of treatment whenever possible. One of these treatments is injections. There are four main types of injections used for the knee: Steroid or Cortisone Viscosupplementation Platelet Rich Plasma Stem Cell Injections are usually done in an office setting. With hips, the joint is deeper so
April Case of The Month: Why Robotic Partial Knee Resurfacing is Superior to Manual Partial Knee Resurfacing
Each month, we like to highlight a case that might help other people who experience similar symptoms understand their surgical options. Please consult with your doctor as this is not considered medical advice. This patient has agreed to share their story. *Names have been changed to protect their privacy. Joseph* was a 63-year-old male who
Dr. Tchejeyan Speaks on The OPUM Technologies Podcast
Recently, Dr. Tchejeyan had the pleasure of being a guest on the OPUM Podcast, a podcast hosted by OPUM Technologies, a breakthrough company that “utilizes AI to provide actionable data and insights that help patients manage their recovery and long-term knee health” [1]. Famously known as the “L.A. Knee Guy”, Dr. T. naturally had much
3 Ways to Prepare the Knee for Total Knee Arthroplasty
Total Knee Arthroplasty, or TKA, refers to the total surgical replacement of the knee surface. Whether it’s full or partial knee replacement, the existing bone always has to be prepared to accept the implant. There are three main methods your surgeon could use to prepare the knee for this procedure – manual instruments, patient-specific instruments
How Long Does Total Joint Replacement Last?
One of the most common questions Dr. Tchejeyan has gotten in his more than 20 years of practice is how long Total Joint Replacements lasts. The short answer? About 30 years. But the long answer might surprise you! Today’s joint replacements are far different than those of 50 years ago. The implants and techniques of
How To Choose Your Surgeon
Surgery is never a decision that should be taken lightly. It’s often made at the end of a long journey towards healing. Ideally, you’ve built a trusting relationship with your doctor along the way. That’s why nothing is more important than choosing the surgeon that will do the very best job given your diagnosis. We’ve
HOW TO PREVENT CYCLING INJURIES OF THE LOWER EXTREMITY
Recently, Dr. Tchejeyan had the pleasure of speaking with a group of athletes about injuries of the lower extremities that result from cycling. In partnership with the local bike shop, Serious Cycling, Dr. T. gave an informational zoom session that helped several cyclists better understand the choices and changes they could make to improve