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Alternatives to Joint Replacement Surgery

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Pain-Reducing Methods to Try Before Undergoing a Surgical Procedure If you’re suffering from intense pain or discomfort in your knees, hips, or other joints, then you’re probably wondering what the quickest avenue is for finding relief. Although joint replacement surgery…

Tips to Alleviate Winter Joint Pain

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Advice from Kansas City Orthopedic Doctors and Physical Therapists Injured or damaged joints seem to know when the weather changes. People living with chronic joint disorders or those who have experienced a recent injury or surgery to their joint understand…

How do most fractures occur?

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Most fractures are the result of trauma or injury.  The mechanism, or way the injury happens, can typically be classified as either high-energy or low-energy.  Examples of high-energy mechanism include automobile accidents, or falls from tall heights.  An example of…

What is PRP?

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Platelet rich plasma, or commonly known as PRP, is the plasma portion of your blood. It contains a high platelet concentration. To be labeled as PRP, a platelet count of 4-5 times the baseline should be present in the platelet…

Injection Procedure Day: Q &A

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If you are considering having an injection procedure or have one scheduled in the future, below is a general guideline on what to expect and how to prepare for procedure day.  Your physician may provide you with more specific instructions…

Experiencing Low Back Pain in Kansas City?

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Are you experiencing low back pain in Kansas City? Low back pain is the most common reason that patients go to the doctor for physical injuries. Nearly 80% of the population with have low back pain at some point in…

Back Pain Treatment, Diagnosis & Symptoms

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Low back pain is extremely common with 80 to 90% of people eventually developing low back pain at some point in their lifetime. Common causes include degenerative arthritis, degenerative disc disease, excessive and prolonged poor posture and mechanics, and inadequate…