Eric L. Grossman, MD

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Direct Anterior Cup-Half Cage for Revision and Complex Primary Total Hip Arthroplasty: Surgical Technique.

Direct Anterior Cup-Half Cage for Revision and Complex Primary Total Hip Arthroplasty: Surgical Technique As surgeons' comfort with the direct anterior approach (DAA) for total hip arthroplasty continues to increase, there is a growing interest in performing complex surgeries through this approach.

Patients with depression may have increased rates of complications after TKA.

Patients with depression may have increased rates of complications after TKA Results presented here showed patients with depression undergoing total knee arthroplasty experienced an increased risk of medical and surgical complications, readmissions and reoperations.

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Should all patients aged 75 years or older receive cemented femoral components for primary THA?

Should all patients aged 75 years or older receive cemented femoral components for primary THA? Since the advent of the modern THA in the 1960s, it has been a life-changing surgical procedure with overwhelmingly successful results.

Long-acting opioids may be unnecessary in study of total knee replacement.

Long-acting opioids may be unnecessary in study of total knee replacement In a new study, researchers have found that replacing long-acting with immediate-release opioids after total knee replacement surgery resulted in comparable pain management but less nausea-medication usage and less need for residential rehabilitation after hospital discharge.

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8 Exercises to Stretch and Strengthen Your Psoas Muscle.

8 Exercises to Stretch and Strengthen Your Psoas Muscle Your psoas muscle is one of your hip flexors that lifts your thigh. When this muscle is too tight or weak, it can result in muscle imbalances that cause pain or hinder your ability to walk.

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Gluteal tendinopathy associated with poor 1-year outcomes after posterior THA.

Gluteal tendinopathy associated with poor 1-year outcomes after posterior THA According to published results, gluteal tendinopathy was commonly observed in patients undergoing total hip arthroplasty with the posterior approach and was associated with inferior patient-reported outcomes at 1 year after surgery.

Preoperative frailty predicts postoperative pain after total knee arthroplasty in older patients: a prospective observational study.

Preoperative frailty predicts postoperative pain after total knee arthroplasty in older patients: a prospective observational study Preoperative frailty in older patients is an important risk factor for both acute and chronic pain after TKA, suggesting that frailty assessment should become a necessary procedure before operation, especially in older patients.

10 Exercises to Help Relieve Knee Pain.

10 Exercises to Help Relieve Knee Pain Gentle stretching and other low impact exercises can strengthen the muscles that support your knee joint.

Updated EULAR recommendations for hip and knee osteoarthritis.

Updated EULAR recommendations for hip and knee osteoarthritis Osteoarthritis (OA) affects more than 500 million people worldwide. The disease is age-related, and usually starts to affect people in middle age.

Stryker touts updates to Mako, introduces new joint replacement offering.

Stryker touts updates to Mako, introduces new joint replacement offering This week, the orthopedic giant is displaying new advances like myMako and Triathlon Hinge at AAOS in San Francisco.

Stronger thigh muscles may prevent knee replacement surgery.

Stronger thigh muscles may prevent knee replacement surgery Stronger quadriceps muscles, relative to the hamstrings, may lower the risk of total knee replacement, according to research being presented at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America. Researchers said the findings could inform strength-training programs for people with advan...

How to strengthen your knee.

How to strengthen your knee While it may be tempting to avoid exercise when knee pain occurs, this is not always the appropriate solution. Certain types of exercise can help alleviate existing knee pain and prevent future pain or injury by providing the knee with extra support.

Arthroscopic Hip Labral Repair Using Needle Arthroscopic Visualization. .

Arthroscopic Hip Labral Repair Using Needle Arthroscopic Visualization Hip arthroscopy has become increasingly popular in recent years and continues to grow as techniques and understanding of hip arthroscopy evolve. Needle hip arthroscopy is emerging as a technique that can offer potential advantages compared with a traditional arthroscope.

The Environmental Impact and Sustainability of Total Hip and Knee Arthroplasty.

The Environmental Impact and Sustainability of Total Hip and Knee Arthroplasty Operating room waste is disposed of in landfill sites, recycled, or undergoes costly, energy-intensive incineration processes. By assessing the quantity and recyclability of waste in primary hip (THA) and knee arthroplasty (TKA), we aim to identify strategies to improve sustainability.

What causes pain in the right hip in females?

What causes pain in the right hip in females? Possible causes of right hip pain include muscle injury, osteoarthritis, and pelvic floor conditions. In females, it can also occur during pregnancy. Treatment may involve pain relief, stretching, and exercise.

New advances mean many patients go home same day after knee replacement.

New advances mean many patients go home same day after knee replacement People used to have to spend a night in the hospital following a knee replacement, but improvements in technology, surgery and pain management have made it possible to undergo the procedure in the morning and be back home by the evening

Injections for Knee Pain: Could They Help You?

Injections for Knee Pain: Could They Help You? Knee pain is one of the most common physical complaints for adults, affecting roughly one in four Americans over age 60. Although surgery may be required for the most severe cases, many people can get relief from a less invasive procedure: injections into the joint.

How To Relieve Hip Pain.

How To Relieve Hip Pain Hip pain can be caused by overuse or damage to the hip joint, cartilage, or surrounding muscles, and can significantly impact your ability to perform everyday activities, including walking, going up and down stairs, and sitting and standing for prolonged periods of time.

The `Inside-Out` Anterior Osteotomy of the Proximal Femur via the Direct Anterior Approach in Revision Hip Arthroplasty.

The `Inside-Out` Anterior Osteotomy of the Proximal Femur via the Direct Anterior Approach in Revision Hip Arthroplasty We describe an anterior proximal femur osteotomy technique starting from the inside of the femoral canal at the bone-implant interface and heading outward. The technique is used in conjunction with the extended direct anterior approach and allows direct access to and visualization of the anterior, m...

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The Best and Worst Shoes for Knee Osteoarthritis.

The Best and Worst Shoes for Knee Osteoarthritis If you’re one of the millions of Americans living with knee osteoarthritis (the wear-and-tear form of arthritis), it’s important to find a supportive pair of shoes.

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An Overview of Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip and Its Management Timing and Approaches.

An Overview of Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip and Its Management Timing and Approaches An Overview of Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip and Its Management Timing and Approaches

Efficacy and safety of arthroscopy in femoroacetabular impingement syndrome: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized clinical trials.

Efficacy and safety of arthroscopy in femoroacetabular impingement syndrome: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized clinical trials This study aimed to compare the efficacy and safety of arthroscopy with physiotherapy or joint lavage in patients with femoroacetabular impingement (FAI). A meta-analysis using PubMed, Embase, Scopus, and the Cochrane Collaboration Library databases was performed in September 2022. We included studi...

Free Hip Arthroplasty Templating Software - Does it Work?

Free Hip Arthroplasty Templating Software - Does it Work? Preoperative planning is important for successful total hip arthroplasty (THA) and has been historically performed using acetate templates. Digital software templating has been adopted for evaluating implant size, position, and alignment. Commercial software can be expensive, but free programs exist...

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