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Orthopedics Blog with Jonathan Cluett, M.D. October 2005 Archive

By Jonathan Cluett, M.D., About.com Guide to Orthopedics since 1999

What happens when an athlete "blows out" their knee?

Monday October 31, 2005
It was reported today that professional football player Daunte Culpepper sustained a severe injury to his knee in Sunday's football game. The injury was initially described as a "blown ... Read More

Guide to ACL Tears

Monday October 31, 2005
Many professional football players have injured their ACL this year. This common knee ligament injury can sideline both recreational athletes and professional football players. This simple newsletter series ... Read More

Knee Sprain

Wednesday October 26, 2005
It is not uncommon for an athlete to sustain an injury that is often called in media reports a "knee sprain." Unfortunately, saying a patient has he knee sprain ... Read More

How long for cortisone to work?

Thursday October 20, 2005
A cortisone shot starts to work very quickly once injected, although the time before you find relief from your symptoms can be quite varied. Read on for more information about ... Read More

Pathologic Fractures

Saturday October 15, 2005
A pathologic fracture occurs when a bone breaks in an area that is weakened by another disease process. Causes of weakened bone include tumors, infection, and certain inherited bone disorders. ... Read More

Causes of Wrist Pain

Wednesday October 12, 2005
Wrist pain is an extremely common complaint that has many causes. Because we use our arms for so many common activities, wrist pain can cause significant problems. In order for ... Read More

Exercises After Knee Arthroscopy

Monday October 10, 2005
After undergoing knee arthroscopy, it is important to begin exercising your knee immediately to restore strength and full range of motion. Initial exercises should be non-weight bearing in nature, and ... Read More

Surgical and Non-Surgical Bunion Treatments

Sunday October 9, 2005
Treatment of bunions is usually conservative at first, and usually means wearing more appropriate footwear. Most often, patients with bunions can be treated with adaptive footwear. Surgery is only ... Read More

What does a 'knee sprain' mean?

Friday October 7, 2005
As a patient you may be told you have a knee sprain, or you may read about an athlete who is sidelinded by a knee sprain. But what does ... Read More

Home Exercises for a Weak Shoulder

Monday October 3, 2005
The strength of your shoulder depends on the coordinated movement of several groups of muscles, including the muscles of the rotator cuff. Find information about shoulder rehab and how to ... Read More

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