Posts Tagged ‘orthopedics’
Platelet Rich Plasma: Is it a “Golden” Cure for Sports Injuries? (Dr. Robin West)
Robin V. West, MD is the medical director of the Inova Sports Medicine Institute and is board certified in Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. West will be blogging on current topics and best practices in sports injury prevention and treatment. ============================ You may have heard of Platelet Rich Plasma or PRP treatment. Does it deliver on…
Read MoreACL Injuries: Let’s Get Serious About Prevention (Dr. Robin West)
Robin West, MD is the Director of Sports Medicine at Inova. Dr. West will be blogging on current topics and best practices in sports injury prevention and treatment. ============================ Prevention Training is an important and cost-effective measure to help reduce the financial and physical costs experienced by athletes with ACL injuries. An ACL injury is one of…
Read MoreDouble Knee Replacements Allow Couple to Travel Again
A Joint Journey Sharon Zareski and Dave Cougle are an energetic couple who love to travel the world together. But for three years, the duo put their travels on hold as debilitating pain and stiffness from arthritis put a damper on their active lifestyle. Committed to staying fit and active, Zareski and Cougle sought the…
Read MoreInova Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Program Featured on WUSA 9
Protecting athletes from concussions, July 9, 2014 Heading off danger: Concussions and teens, July 18, 2014 Family Health: Youth sports overuse injuries, July 23, 2014 Family Health: Youth Sports Safety, July 23, 2014 Inova Youth Sports Safety and Health Day, July…
Read MoreInova’s Dr. Robert Najarian Spoke about Preventing ACL Tears with WUSA 9
Inova Medical Group’s Dr. Robert Najarian spoke about the higher incidence of ACL Tears in female athletes with WUSA 9. He spoke about preventative measures all athletes can take to help avoid ACL injuries.
Read MoreU.S. News & World Report Names Inova Mount Vernon Hospital Among Best in Washington DC Metro
Washington DC – July 15, 2014 – Inova Mount Vernon Hospital has been ranked #13 in the Washington, DC, metro area by U.S. News & World Report 2014-15. The hospital also ranked as high-performing in Orthopedics. The annual U.S. News Best Hospitals rankings, now in their 25th year, recognize hospitals that excel in treating the…
Read MoreLocal tennis enthusiast returns to center court after shoulder surgery for osteoarthritis
Getting Her Swing Back Local tennis enthusiast returns to center court after shoulder surgery for osteoarthritis Pain is no match for Betsy Leavitt Stanford. When osteoarthritis threatened her ability to play tennis, the 77-year-old Arlington resident stayed in the game with shoulder replacement surgery. And she’s glad she did. “Before surgery, my shoulder throbbed all…
Read MoreMAKOplasty offers a potentially less-painful alternative to total knee replacement
Knee Replacement Options Do you have chronic knee pain that gets in the way of doing the activities you enjoy most? Now there’s a solution that can get you back on your feet quickly and without the pain. MAKOplasty, an advanced treatment option performed by orthopedic specialists at the Inova Loudoun Hospital Joint Replacement Program,…
Read MoreIn the Right Direction: Being prepared for surgery paves the way for success
(October 4, 2013) Gearing up for surgery can be overwhelming, especially when you’re experiencing joint pain or reduced mobility. Your to-do list may overflow with tasks such as getting the green light from your primary care physician, assembling your personal and medical information, planning ahead for your recovery, and obtaining any necessary exams and tests.…
Read MoreAll the Right Notes: Shoulder replacement surgery restores pianist’s quality of life
(October 3, 2013) Barbara Donne endured excruciating osteoarthritis pain in her right shoulder for many months, but when the agony affected her lifelong pastime — piano playing — she knew something had to be done. Donne, 73, had retired from corporate life but kept up performing at concerts and teaching two dozen piano students. Cortisone…
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