Why do your knees hurt?

by | | Knee Pain Tips

New Orleans orthopedic surgeon Dr. Richard Meyer finds that as people age, it’s often the knee that reminds them that they are getting older. It may be stiffness, weakness or pain, but whether you’re simply getting out of bed or walking onto the tennis court, you know...

Protect Your Joints Now, Or Pay Later!

by | | Orthopaedic Surgeon

If you are one of the nearly half a million people a year who have already had one or more hips or knees replaced we hope you’re faring well. Today’s message from New Orleans Orthopaedic Surgeon Dr. Richard Meyer is for people who are not yet a part of those...

Are You in Denial About Your Knees?

by | | Knee Replacement Blogs

If your experience with a knee replacement is like that of most of our patients, you’ll make the decision to have the surgery only after some time has passed. New Orleans orthopedic surgeon Dr. Richard Meyer rarely meets a patient who has a knee or a hip...

Is Knee Pain Limiting You?

by | | Knee Replacement Blogs

New Orleans orthopedic surgeon Dr. Richard Meyer suggests that if knee pain is limiting your ability to perform your normal daily activities, knee replacement surgery may just provide the relief you need. Advancements in knee replacement surgery have made this a...

Are your Symptoms Be a Sign of Soft Tissue Sarcoma?

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Sarcomas affect certain tissues, including bone, skin, and other soft tissues. According to New Orleans orthopedic surgeon Dr. Richard Meyer, soft tissue sarcomas originate in any part of the body and affect children as well as adults. Fast Facts Regarding Sarcoma...