Dr. Michael Fleischman is the first Michigan Orthopedic Surgeon to offer the state-of-the-art Lateral Approach for ...

Sometimes, arthritis affects only one knee compartment. In these cases, your doctor may recommend a partial knee replacement, in which they will replace only the affected compartment. X-ray scan ...

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CHICAGO -- Larger quadriceps relative to hamstrings may lower the risk of needing total knee replacement surgery, according to findings from the NIH's Osteoarthritis Initiative. In fact, an evaluation ...

As advancements in robotic-assisted knee replacement surgery continue to evolve, patients suffering from chronic knee pain can look forward to enjoying the relief that modern medical technology can ...

When performing knee replacement surgery, also called total knee arthroplasty, doctors traditionally try to align the hip, knee, and ankle in a straight line, forming a neutral alignment, rather than ...

Before, during, and after knee replacement surgery, surgeons may prescribe different medications. For example, pain medication can relieve discomfort, and blood thinners prevent blood clots. Skin and ...

Lindsey Vonn's journey from Olympic champion to orthopedic pioneer is nothing short of extraordinary. As she aims for Olympic glory once again at the age of 41, her story is not just about skiing; ...

Stone Cold Steve Austin has been dealing with knee issues for, pretty much, his entire professional wrestling career. Stemming from injuries that started piling up back in his college football days at ...