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Orthopedics Blog with Jonathan Cluett, M.D. May 2007 Archive

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

Spring Time and Children's Health

Tuesday May 29, 2007
Spring time is now here. For most children, this means more outdoor activities (swimming, camping, bike riding, etc.). For all parents, this means being extra vigilant to keep your child ... Read More

Arthroscopy for the Treatment of Shoulder Problems

Friday May 25, 2007
Arthroscopic shoulder surgery can be done to treat a variety of shoulder problems. Many patients prefer arthroscopic surgery because of smaller incisions and faster recovery than traditional shoulder surgery. Shoulder ... Read More

What type of calcium supplement is best?

Tuesday May 22, 2007
There are many types of calcium supplements, including calcium carbonate, calcium citrate, calcium gluconate, and others. Which type of calcium supplement is best for bone health and bone healing? ... Read More

Surgery for Ankle Arthritis

Tuesday May 22, 2007
The two most common procedures for ankle arthritis are to perform an ankle fusion or an ankle replacement surgery. Ankle Fusion Surgery Ankle fusion surgery is the standard treatment for advanced ankle ... Read More

Broken Bones in Children

Sunday May 20, 2007
Fractures are an extremely common injury sustained by children--in fact it is probably the most common reason for a child to visit an orthopedic surgeon. When a child sustains ... Read More

Knee Replacement Implants Better Replicate Normal Knees

Sunday May 13, 2007
Knee replacement implant design is constantly undergoing change to design a better knee. The current trend in knee replacment design is to try to better replicate a normal knee. ... Read More

How long are blood thinning medications used for?

Thursday May 10, 2007
After joint replacement surgery, doctors prescribe a blood thinning medication to help prevent the risk of a blood clot. While there are guidelines for how long to take blood thinning ... Read More
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