Possible New Solution for Damaged Knees

Researchers have produced artificial replacements for arms, legs, joints and other body parts. But developing an artificial meniscus — the cartilage pad in the knee that millions of people injure every year — has somehow dodged modern medicine. According to New...

The Facts About Fractures

According to New Orleans orthopedic surgeon Dr. Richard Meyer, doctors in America treat more than 6.8 million fractures each year, making them the most common orthopedic problem. On average, a person will suffer two fractures during a lifetime. Whether a person...

Could Sitting Too Long Be Affecting Your Health?

According to New Orleans orthopedic surgeon Dr. Richard Meyer, recent studies indicate that sitting for prolonged periods increases a person’s risk for heart disease, diabetes, cancer and death, even among those who exercise on a regular basis. Evidence revealed that...

Before, During and After Knee Replacement

New Orleans orthopedic surgeon Dr. Richard Meyer says patients should not have knee replacement surgery unless they really need it. To justify a total knee procedure, a person should have damage, disability, and a reduced range of motion. Impairment could stem from a...