If you’re over 50, you NEED this test!

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Even though one in every four men over the age of 50 will experience a fracture as a result of osteoporosis, according to New Orleans orthopedic surgeon Dr. Richard Meyer, few men are getting screened and treated for the disease. Studies show that compared to women,...

Orthopedic Surgeon Shares Training Tips for Runners

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This week, New Orleans orthopedic surgeon Dr. Richard Meyer wants to share ways to avoid injuries while training for a full or half marathon. He has found that the most common injuries in runners typically involve the knee area. And while stretching and avoiding...

Link Between Obesity and Orthopedic Health

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According to New Orleans orthopedic surgeon Dr. Richard Meyer, obesity affects not only individual patient care, but the healthcare system and nearly every organ in the body as well. People who suffer from obesity often have numerous other health difficulties such as...