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How to Tackle Knee Pain During the Winter

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Joint stiffness and muscle aches can worsen chronic knee pain during the winter. Colder temperatures can lower circulation levels and drops in barometric pressure can cause muscle tissue to swell. Sensitive nerves increase tension on joints. There are a few things you can do to ease these issues to achieve relief. Here are three tips… Read More

Second Opinion on Treatment Options for Painful Knee Conditions

Patient's knee after Mako robotic partial knee replacement surgery.

When you receive disappointing news from your orthopedic surgeon, seeking a second opinion is an option. There are several ways that this can be achieved. You can either attend an in-office appointment or speak to an experienced surgeon through virtual channels. A second opinion on treatment options for painful knee conditions is available in Naples.… Read More

Inflammatory Arthritis and Your Knees

A senior man with knee pain during a doctor's appointment.

Knee pain is often blamed on osteoarthritis, aging or injury. It makes sense – knees are under a lot of stress every day and are one of the more common sites impacted by aging. Many people eventually seek out medical treatment, but often spend a long time living with discomfort. One of the most important… Read More

Consultation Options for Knee Replacement Surgery

A woman with laptop during an online consultation.

Why is the consultation process so important when it comes to knee replacement? Understanding the extent of your health condition is crucial. Opting for joint replacement is a major decision. You will want to ensure that all other options have been exhausted before you opt for surgery. A specialist can provide you with all the… Read More

Orthopedic Consultation that Delivers Answers

An orthopedic doctor during a consultation looking at an X-ray.

Are you tired of getting nowhere with your orthopedic care? For patients who suffer from joint conditions and chronic pain, delayed results are excruciating. In the meantime, you can’t work, sporting activity is off the cards, and relationships can break down. At the Robotic Joint Center, we believe that a direct, transparent consultation eliminates wasted… Read More

Is Medical Tourism Always a Risk?

A man with a trolley suitcase at an airport.

You may have heard the term “medical tourism” on news reports referring to traveling out of the United States for treatment. It is always important to weigh the pros and cons of any procedure or therapy. However, medical tourism is not synonymous with dangerous treatment practices. Once you leave the United States for a medical… Read More

Common Symptoms and Treatments for Iliotibial (IT) Band Syndrome

Knee Pain While Exercising

Iliotibial (IT) Band Syndrome is a common knee injury, accounting for up to 12% of running injuries and up to 24% of cycling injuries. The iliotibial band is a strong band of tissue that runs down the outside of the thigh, from the hip bones, all the way to the shin bone, stabilizing the outside… Read More

Could Your Pain Be Caused by Loose Bodies in Your Knee?

Dr. Buechel performing physical exam

Loose bodies in the knee are usually the result of physical injury. They are small fragments of bone or cartilage that have become loose and can move about. Loose bodies are suspected in the synovium (fluid in the knee). Symptoms of loose bodies can be similar to other painful conditions, so it is important to… Read More

Is Your Construction Career in Peril Due to Articular Cartilage Flap Tear?

Dr. Buechel performing physical exam

Construction workers spend long hours onsite, working with heavy equipment and materials. As load bearing joints, the knees absorb a large percentage of the weight and forces required in this line of work. Eventually, wear-and-tear or degenerative joint diseases can take a toll. If you are finding walking, lifting or bending at the knees more… Read More

How Cold Weather Can Make Your Knee Pain Worse

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Many of us with knee injuries and strains will have noticed that the pain can be worse when it’s cold outside. The winter season is not only a time to be extra careful to prevent injury, but a time when preexisting conditions can become more inflamed and more painful, but why? Causes of Cold Weather… Read More

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