How Do I Know If I Need Knee Replacement Surgery?
Call our office to schedule your visit today and get on the road to recovery! When should I talk to my doctor about knee replacement surgery? That’s a question you and your orthopedic surgeon will have to answer together. But when knee pain is so bad it actually interferes with the things you want or need […]
Get the Most Out of Your Office Visit
Article Featured on AAOS Your visit with an orthopedic surgeon is an important meeting that can be most effective if you plan ahead. Research shows that patients who are more involved with their care get better results. The following checklist will help you become more active in your healthcare and get the most out of each office […]
5 Common Causes of Hip Pain
Hip pain in women can result from wear and tear, overuse, and a few other causes. Here are the most common culprits. Does your hip hurt? As with other types of chronic pain, women tend to experience it more than men. But because hip pain can have a number of different causes, determining the correct one […]
Are You Suffering From Bunion Pain?
Are you suffering from bunion pain? Podiatrist, Dr. Jeffrey B. Klein, can explain the changes a bunion makes to your foot and develop a successful treatment plan to get you back to pain-free walking. Bunions are progressive, they don’t go away, and will usually get worse over time. Not all cases are alike – some bunions […]
Hip & Knee Replacement
Hips and knees are by far the most commonly replaced joints in the U.S. Joint replacement involves removing damaged bone and cartilage and replacing them with artificial components made from metal and plastic to relieve joint pain and restore mobility . Although a total joint replacement—also known as arthroplasty—is usually necessary only when other treatments […]
3 Possible Alternatives to Orthopedic Surgery
Orthopedic surgery can provide welcome relief for a wide range of conditions that may affect bones and joints. Yet it’s an option most patients would prefer to avoid whenever possible, primarily due to concerns about being sidelined by a lengthy recovery process. Whether you are dealing with knee pain from a damaged anterior cruciate ligament […]
Did You Know- Mendelson Kornblum Orthopedics Has Same Day Appointments for Acute Injuries?!
We all dread that moment. The moment when you lose your footing going down the stairs, the moment when you catch the ball and feel your wrist snap, the moment when you swing your racket to hit the ball and feel your shoulder pop. Anxiety starts to set in as the pain creeps up and […]
Tips for Optimum Joint Health
Your joints are a very important part of your body. As you age, your joints can become stiffer and less flexible due to lack of lubrication and thinner cartilage. How can you keep your joints at optimum health as you age? Here are some tips for optimum joint health: Choose your foods carefully. What you […]
The Mendelson Kornblum Difference
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Understanding Common Migraine Triggers & What You Can Do to Stop the Pain
Migraine sufferers know how painful and debilitating migraine headaches can be and how failed treatment plans leave them feeling hopeless. Understanding the various causes, triggers and risk factors that help diagnose this painful disease and creating a personalized treatment plan — complete with a checklist of triggers to avoid — may be your first step […]