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Arthritis of the knee can make taking a step painful. Swelling, pain, and stiffness in the joint are just some of the symptoms that can occur when a person has this condition. According to New Orleans orthopedic surgeon Dr. Richard Meyer, the daily demands on the knee...
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The minute our feet touch the ground, mobility and balance begins. According to New Orleans orthopedic surgeon Dr. Richard Meyer, strong, flexible ankles can best sense and respond to our dynamic environment, keeping us upright and moving smoothly through our daily...
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According to New Orleans orthopedic surgeon Dr. Richard Meyer, wrist fractures are one of the most common injuries he sees in adults. Since the wrist is a joint, not a bone, it is not what breaks. Most frequently a “wrist” fracture is a break that occurs at the...
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The shoulder joint is capable of tremendous mobility to assist in the essential activities of everyday life. According to New Orleans orthopedic surgeon Dr. Richard Meyer, the joint relies on a group of muscles – known as the rotator cuff -to guarantee its...
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According to New Orleans orthopedic surgeon Dr. Richard Meyer, ankle sprains are very common injuries. There’s a good chance that while playing as a child or stepping on an uneven surface as an adult you sprained your ankle–some 25,000 people do it every...
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According to New Orleans orthopedic surgeon Dr. Richard Meyer, during the past few years, a lot of things have changed about getting a hip or knee replacement—including the amount of time that you need to spend in the hospital. Ten years ago, the average patient...
