Fact Sheets

Source: CCM

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Cartilage Injury and Repair
Damage to articular cartilage at the ends of bones in joints like the knee, elbow, ankle, and hip.
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Meniscus Tears, Repair, and Transplantation
A tear resulting from acute injury to or degeneration of meniscus.
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Total Ankle Replacement
Total ankle replacement, like similar operations for arthritic or injured hips and knees, can restore the ankle to normal functionality.
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Running Injuries
About 65 percent of regular runners get hurt each year. It’s estimated that the average runner will sustain one injury for every 100 hours he or she runs.
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Physiatry (Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation)
Physiatry is a branch of medicine that aims to treat physical pain or limited movement nonsurgically.
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Hip Labral Tears
A torn hip labrum can lead to hip instability, pain, and impair the labrum's ability to absorb shocks.
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Spinal Deformity
Spinal deformities are abnormal alignments or curves in the bony vertebral column that forms the spine. Learn about causes and treatment.
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ACL Surgery
Surgery may be the most appropriate option to treat a common sports injury in the knee involving a sprain or tear in the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL).
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Bursitis
Condition in which the bursae--fluid filled sacs at joint and muscle interfaces--become inflamed or irritated causing pain, swelling, and stiffness.
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Hand Surgery
Hand surgeries are procedures to correct hand injuries or conditions. Learn more about these procedures.