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Tips to Alleviate Winter Joint Pain

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…

25-Nov-2020
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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…

09-Sep-2020
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What is PRP?

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…

09-Sep-2020
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Injection Procedures: Genicular Nerve Blocks for Osteoarthritis of the Knee

Osteoarthritis of the Knee Knee pain is extremely common in the population and can cause significant disability and impairments to quality of life. At Mid-America Orthopedics Kansas City, we offer comprehensive treatment of knee pain. We initially begin with measures…

08-Sep-2020
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Injection Procedure Day: Q &A

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…

08-Sep-2020
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Should I have arthroscopic surgery on my knee to treat my meniscus tear?

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Arthroscopic surgery to treat a torn meniscus when the rest of the knee is normal can help to reduce the pain induced by the meniscus tear. Patients with arthritis, thinning of the cartilage, will often experience degenerative meniscal tears. Arthroscopic…

31-Aug-2020
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Experiencing Low Back Pain in Kansas City?

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…

01-Jun-2020
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Back Pain Treatment, Diagnosis & Symptoms

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…

01-Jun-2020
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Neck Pain Treatment, Diagnosis & Symptoms

Neck pain (cervical spine) is a common problem in society and occurs in about 10% to 20% of the adult population at any given time. Common causes of neck pain include poor posture, degenerative changes of the intervertebral discs and…

01-Jun-2020
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Hip Pain Treatment

Hip pain is one of the more common reasons people may find themselves seeking Orthopedic care. The hip joint (femoroacetabular joint) is a large ball and socket joint with large muscular anatomy. Because of this anatomy, the hip joint is…