Burners, also called stingers, are injuries to the nerve roots of the brachial plexus that result in a warm stinging sensation that can radiate…
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Carpal tunnel release surgery is a procedure used to relieve the pressure on your nerve caused by carpal tunnel syndrome. Though there are several…
If you’re experiencing hand pain or irritation, you may be suffering from carpal tunnel syndrome. A condition caused by a pinching of the…
Cartilage repair is designed to treat and repair cartilage defects by regenerating the patient's own hyaline cartilage, (a weight-bearing…
1. What is articular cartilage?
Articular cartilage is the cushion tissue on the end of the bones of the large joints in our body.
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Cement is traditionally used to help the metal and plastic bond to the bony surfaces of the knee bones. In certain young patients, the components…
Traditional hip replacements have a metal ball in a plastic cup. Younger patients undergoing hip replacement are at an increased risk for the…
A cervical epidural steroid injection is intended to relieve pain in the neck, shoulders, and arms caused by a pinched nerve (or nerves) in the…
This injection relieves pain in the neck, shoulders, and arms caused by a pinched nerve (or nerves) in the cervical spine. It can be used to treat…
Cheilectomy is a surgical procedure used to help relieve symptoms of hallux rigidus by removing bony growths on top of the big toe's main…