Why Cross Training is Important for Runners?
Dr. Sterett advises, "By diversifying training activities, runners can reduce the strain on specific muscle groups and joints, thereby minimizing the risk of overuse injuries.”
Is Knee Popping Bad?
Dr. Sterett explains, "Knee popping can arise from harmless, physiological mechanism. Common causes of knee popping encompasses a variety of factors. Soft tissue interactions, such as the movement of tendons, ligaments, or menisci can produce audible popping sensations.”
Can Knee Dislocation Cause Arthritis?
Dr. Sterett explains that, “Knee dislocations have the potential to cause arthritis, primarily due to the significant trauma and damage to the joint structures.” Knee dislocations occur when the bones of the knee joint are forced out of alignment, often as a result of high-impact accidents or sports injury.
What Is Jumper’s Knee?
Here’s how to know if you have Jumper’s Knee and the treatment options for this condition.
Two Reasons Your Knee Hurts
Pain in your knee is not a condition, it’s a symptom of a deeper issue. Here are two common reasons you’re experiencing knee pain.
Do I Need a Knee Cartilage Transplant?
Generally, knee cartilage transplant candidates are younger, more active people experiencing knee pain caused by worn cartilage.
What Are Meniscus Tears and How Do We Treat Them?
Treating meniscus tears depends on several factors - including your age, symptoms, and tear severity.
When Do You Need ACL Revision Surgery?
Here’s how to know when you need revision ACL reconstruction and what to expect from the procedure.
Do I Need to Wear a Knee Brace After ACL Surgery?
Wearing a knee brace after ACL surgery has been a source of controversy in the sports medicine community
Patellar Tendonitis: Pain Below the Kneecap
We all have occasional aches and pains, but pain below the kneecap usually indicates a larger problem.
Why Is The Meniscus Tear So Common In Golf?
Think of our meniscus as a warmed-up rubber band when we are 20, and a cold rubber band by the time we are 40. It’s still the same cushion, it just tears much easier.
How Do You Tell If You Might Need Knee Surgery?
Do you need knee surgery? In this video, Dr. Sterett explains some of the key factors that will help you determine if you should go in to see a sports medicine specialist.
I tore both the ACL and the Meniscus. Do I need multiple surgeries?
Everybody I know wants to have the meniscus and acl treated at once, but the question is whether it is smart to do so. Let's dig into the topic here today.
What Is A Medial Meniscus Tear?
Medial meniscus tears are exactly what they sound like-- tears to the meniscus cartilage of the inside of the knee.
What is a Torn ACL?
While they vary in type and severity, the dreaded torn ACL is traditionally the scariest to the active, sports-minded, population.