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1400 1st St NE
New Prague, MN 56071
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Michael O'Rourke of NorthShore University HealthSystem answered:What surgical treatments are used for osteoarthritis?Having arthritis in the knee limits the potential benefit of doing arthroscopic surgery for... Full Post -
Michael O'Rourke of NorthShore University HealthSystem answered:What is the difference between a total and partial knee replacement?A total joint replacement is a procedure that places a new "cap" on the end of the femur (thigh bone) and tibia (shin bone). This usually involves a resurfacing of the patella (kneecap). All total joint replacement takes away the ACL ligament and many take away the PCL ligament (ligaments... Full Post
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Michael O'Rourke of NorthShore University HealthSystem answered:What types of injections are used for arthritis?Cortisone is used in patients who have moderate arthritis and viscosupplementation (lubricant injections) for earlier forms of arthritis. Cortisone injection is used to decrease inflammation that can result from the degenerative process. The results of cortisone injections are variable, with... Full Post
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Michael O'Rourke of NorthShore University HealthSystem answered:How do I choose a joint replacement surgeon?Choosing a doctor and institution is a very personal decision. Reputation, personality, bedside manner, experience, education, and training all play a role in the decision. When it comes to joint replacements, the volume of procedures the surgeon and the institution perform has been shown... Full Post
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Michael O'Rourke of NorthShore University HealthSystem answered:What are the different types of joint replacements?A total joint replacement is a procedure that places a new cap on the end of the femur (thigh bone) and tibia (shin bone). This usually involves a resurfacing of the patella (kneecap). All total joint replacements take away the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL), and many take away the posterior... Full Post
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Michael O'Rourke of NorthShore University HealthSystem answered:How do glucosamine and chondroitin benefit joints?Glucosamine and chondroitin supplements are commonly used for osteoarthritis and have been shown to have a benefit in the treatment of pain from the arthritic process. The improvement is generally partial and does not work for everyone. These supplements are generally safe to use. Many people... Full Post
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Michael O'Rourke of NorthShore University HealthSystem answered:What types of exercise are good for people with arthritis?Activity has been shown to be beneficial for arthritis. Increasing the muscle strength and flexibility around a joint is protective to the cartilage. Exercises increase the ability of your muscle reflexes to aid in the protection of the cartilage as well. On the other hand, there is some... Full Post
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Michael O'Rourke of NorthShore University HealthSystem answered:How do I choose a joint replacement surgeon?Choosing a doctor and institution is a very personal decision. Reputation, personality, bedside manner, experience, education, and training all play a role in the decision. When it comes to joint replacements, the volume of procedures the surgeon and the institution perform has been shown... Full Post
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Michael O'Rourke of NorthShore University HealthSystem answered:What types of injections are used for arthritis?Cortisone is used in patients who have moderate arthritis and viscosupplementation (lubricant injections) for earlier forms of arthritis. Cortisone injection is used to decrease inflammation that can result from the degenerative process. The results of cortisone injections are variable, with... Full Post
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Michael O'Rourke of NorthShore University HealthSystem answered:What are the different types of joint replacements?A total joint replacement is a procedure that places a new cap on the end of the femur (thigh bone) and tibia (shin bone). This usually involves a resurfacing of the patella (kneecap). All total joint replacements take away the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL), and many take away the posterior... Full Post
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Michael O'Rourke of NorthShore University HealthSystem answered:Who is a good candidate for cartilage transplant?Cartilage transplants are generally used for knees with a focal (small area) of cartilage loss in an otherwise normal knee. The disease process of osteoarthritis is a more involved condition (including involvement of the cartilage and underlying bone) that does not respond well to cartilage... Full Post
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Michael O'Rourke of NorthShore University HealthSystem answered:What are my options for surgical treatment of osteoarthritis?Having arthritis in the knee limits the potential benefit of doing arthroscopic surgery for meniscal tears. Joint replacements are best used when there is advanced arthritis on the x-ray (i.e., "bone touching bone"). There are patients who are somewhere between these two places. The best... Full Post
