Category: Knee & Leg
ACL Tears: Not Just For Athletes
With so many high-profile, professional athletes overcoming ACL tears, it's becoming well-known that this is one of the most common sports-related injuries. However, what may be less understood is that ACL tears don't just affect professional or competitive athletes. Understanding [...]
Total Knee Replacement and the ACL
Is the ACL necessary for a successful total knee arthroplasty (replacement)? Recently, due to advertising, there has been considerable discussion about keeping the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) in total knee arthroplasty (replacement). The item being advertised is a tibial (lower [...]
Leg Swelling After Surgery
Leg swelling after surgery, especially lower extremity surgery, is common. It can result in questions and concerns from the patient: Is this swelling normal? Swelling is normal after surgery. As the body begins healing itself, thousands of cells are sent [...]
