Educational Podcast
Arthritis of the Knee and Latest Treatment Options
Dr. Alan Beyer, Medical Director of the Center for Excellence at Hoag Orthopedic Institute, talks with HealthRadio.net about ACL Repair. Dr. Beyer answers questions about the effects of ACL surgery with regard to arthritis, the procedure itself, partial knee replacement, stem cell surgery, recovery times and much more.
Prevention of Common Sports Injuries
Dr. Alan Beyer provides fascinating answers to questions on a number of topics. The interview covers advice and techniques for preventing sports injuries, dealing with ACL tears, advances in total knee replacement, physical therapy, pain management and functional outcomes.
Minimally Invasive Knee Surgery
Dr. James Caillouette answers HealthRadio.net questions about recovery from minimally invasive knee surgery, when stress can be put on the knee and how to minimize inflammation. He also discusses the active “aging baby-boomer” and how they can maintain their lifestyle and sports activity.
Newest Advances in Total Joint Replacement
Dr. James Caillouette, holder of seven patents for medical and orthopedic technology, discusses ways that hip and knee replacement procedures have been improved in recent years. He describes numerous advances, including how ultrasonic energy, attached to specifically designed tools, has brought about great changes in the way revision surgery is done; and how computer assisted surgery, using tools similar to GPS, has greatly increased accuracy.
Options For Joint Replacement at Any Age
Dr. James Caillouette explains that advances in total joint replacement have allowed for rapid recovery after the procedure. He goes into how the surgical procedure has been redesigned and how advances have been made in managing discomfort and recovery from the operation. He discusses using a comprehensive approach, including the mind, nutrition and exercises that put the patient more in control.
Arthritis of the Hip
Dr. Steven Gausewitz talks with HealthRadio.net about arthritis of the hip and numerous other subjects related to arthritis in general and osteoporosis. He describes certain kinds of pain that will indicate hip problems and he talks about various ways that the progression of arthritis can sometimes slowed down.
Latest Advances in Hip Replacement Surgery
Dr. Steven Gausewitz talks about hip replacement surgery, pointing out some of the improvements in the past few years that allow for much less pain and quicker recovery. He discusses the development and use of less invasive approaches and alternative bearing surfaces. He also answers a wide range of questions from listeners.
Tips For Protecting your Joints
Dr. Nicholas Yaru speaks on HealthRadio.net about joint problems and describes how to determine that a joint problem is occurring. He points out life style changes that can help to protect joints that are showing signs of injury. Dr. Yaru also answers questions about supplements and various subjects related to protecting one’s joints.
Helping Weekend Warriors Avoid Common Injuries
Dr. Nicholas Yaru talks about the common injuries he sees in “weekend warriors” — those who work hard during the week and play harder on the weekend. Dr. Yaru suggests simple ways that these individuals can help to protect themselves during activities and avoid many common injuries.
