Prevention & Wellness
Our goal is to create a healthier community. Preventing injuries and encouraging a safe, active lifestyle plays a role.
Risk Factors for ACL Tears
Risk Factors for ACL tearsThe ACL The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is one of the four major ligaments of the knee. The ACL plays a very important role in stabilizing the knee by maintaining the appropriate alignment of the tibia and femur. ACL injuries can occur...
Frequently Asked Questions on Robotic Knee Surgery
Robotic Knee Replacement: Frequently Asked QuestionsFor patients suffering from severe osteoarthritis knee pain, knee replacement surgery has brought many relief. Advancements in technology, like the robotic knee replacement, may be able to offer relief with shorter...
RICE Treatment
RICE Treatment for InjuriesWhat does RICE stand for? REST. ICE. COMPRESSION. ELEVATE. For minor strains and sprains, the first recommendation often involves RICE treatment. These 4 steps include resting the injured area, applying ice to your injury, using compression...
Preventing an ACL Injury
Preventing an ACL InjuryThe ACL The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is one of the four major ligaments of the knee. The ACL plays a very important role in stabilizing the knee by maintaining the appropriate alignment of the tibia and femur. ACL injuries can occur in...
Females more at risk for ACL tears than Males
Females more at risk for ACL tears than malesThe ACL One of the most common knee injuries is an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) sprain or tear. Unfortunately, females do in fact tend to injure their ACL more often than males. Some studies report females are 3 or more...
ACL Repair with Biologic Augmentation
Percutaneous Anterior Cruciate Ligament Repair With Needle Arthroscopy and Biological AugmentationAuthors: Matthew C. Daggett D.O., M.B.A.; Kyle Busch D.O.; Andrea Ferretti M.D.; Edoardo Monaco M.D.; Giorgio Bruni M.D. Available online Jan 16, 2021 This research...
ACL Repair vs ACL Reconstruction
ACL REPAIR VS ACL RECONSTRUCTION Understand the difference between these surgical techniquesRole of ACL The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) runs diagonally in the middle of the knee. The ACL is a primary stabilizer of the knee and serves many important functions. ...
Winter Injury Prevention Tips
Winter Injury Prevention TipsKansas City has been known to freeze and send snow and ice. With a few simple safety precautions, many painful winter injuries can be avoided. Protect yourself with these tips: Wear proper footwear made for icy and snowy conditions. Keep...
Orthopedic tips for a healthy new year
Orthopedic Tips for a Healthy New YearRemote school and work has robbed many of us much of our seemingly insignificant daily movement. Walking to the store, taking the stairs, walking to the conference room, leaving the office to go to lunch — it all seems so 2019. ...
Dr. Witte: your Regenerative Medicine questions answered
Your Regenerative Medicine Questions AnsweredDr. Kevin Witte, board-certified, sports medicine orthopedic surgeon with Sano Orthopedics, answers common questions about Regenerative Medicine. Dr. Witte has a fellowship from Andrews Research & Education Institute...
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