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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... by | | Orthopaedic Surgeon
Black beans, also known as turtle beans because of their hard shell-like appearance, are actually the edible seeds of the legume plant. Like other legumes such as peanuts, peas and lentils, black beans are valued for their high protein and fiber content. And according... by | | Orthopaedic Surgeon
It’s a common sight these days. A child or teen slumped in a chair, head tilted downward, madly typing away on a cellphone. And they probably spend much of their life in that position. But according to New Orleans Orthopaedic Surgeon Dr. Richard Meyer, prolonged... by | | Orthopaedic Surgeon
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... by | | Orthopaedic Surgeon
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... by | | Orthopaedic Surgeon
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...