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Robotic Total Knee Replacement Surgery Guide

Cory Calendine, MD outlines the process and advantage of MAKO Robotic-Assisted Knee Replacement and walks you through the steps involved in a robotic-assisted total knee replacement surgery. Robotics are used in joint replacement procedures to improve accuracy, precision and patient outcomes.

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Tibial Plateau Fractures

Tibial plateau fractures are an injury to the top of the shin bone (tibia) near the knee joint. Tibia fractures most often occur due to high impact trauma or falls and sometimes require surgical treatment.

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Knee Meniscus Tears: The Basics

Meniscus tear is one of the most common knee joint injuries. This article explains the anatomy of knee menisci, mechanism of injury and symptoms and treatment following a knee meniscus tear. Treatment of meniscus injury can differ when associated with knee joint arthritis.

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Knee Pain and Weight Gain

There is a link between weight gain, obesity, and osteoarthritis. A high body weight or body mass index (BMI) can put additional pressure on your knees, increase inflammation and increase your risk of joint damage and pain. Taking the necessary steps to manage your weight can help protect your knees from joint pain and reduce your risk of osteoarthritis. Start a path to joint pain freedom with nutritious eating, increased activity and weight loss.

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Total Knee Replacement: The Parts Explained

There are more than 790,000 knee replacements performed each year in the United States. Dr. Calendine, orthopedic surgeon and hip and knee specialist, discusses the (4) basic components of Total Knee Replacement.

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Joint Replacement: A Physician Assistant's Perspective

Kaycee Young, PA-C shares her experience entering the world of Total Joint Replacement - from an undergraduate at the University of Tennessee to a valued Physician Assist Team member at the Bone and Joint Institute of Tennessee.