Severe knee injuries can cause loss of full motion in your knee. As a result, you feel unbearable pain when trying to straighten your leg. Knee pain has varying causes…
Dr. Matthew HC OttenSeptember 7, 2022
“Stem Cell Therapies” have become widely hyped and advertised in the United States. Many procedures utilizing stem cells have been available outside the United States for many years. In the…
Dr. Matthew HC OttenAugust 28, 2020
Knee pain is increasingly becoming a very common ailment in today’s fast-paced and demanding living conditions. The knees support our entire body weight, and due to their complex structure and…
Dr. Matthew HC OttenMay 4, 2020
Knee pain results from a complex series of biomechanical interactions. The hamstrings muscle group, located in the back of the leg, helps support the knee. This supporting role makes these…
Dr. Matthew HC OttenApril 6, 2020
Knee replacement surgery is one of the most prevalent types of orthopedic surgery. When the knee joint wears out, most commonly due to wear-and-tear arthritis, a knee replacement is performed.…
Dr. Matthew HC OttenMarch 18, 2020
Deciding to undergo surgery can be difficult, as there is a lot of information to consider. Some common concerns include risks, the efficacy of the surgery, and necessity. Individuals with…
Dr. Matthew HC OttenMarch 6, 2020
The meniscus is a patch of soft tissue which is sandwiched within the knee joint. These vital tissues can become problematic over time due to their location in the body…
Dr. Matthew HC OttenDecember 18, 2019
Knee pain can be debilitating and significantly impact daily life. Simple tasks such as driving or walking around can become unbearable. Once it becomes too much to bear, many individuals…
Dr. Matthew HC OttenDecember 4, 2019
Our knees are a crucial part of many physiological functions. One of the most important aspects of cushioning the knee is the meniscus, which acts as the “shock absorber.” The…
Dr. Matthew HC OttenNovember 26, 2019
Our knees are used in almost all daily activities, from standing to sitting to walking and even sleeping. It can be particularly devastating when knee pain occurs. Quality of life…
Dr. Matthew HC OttenOctober 10, 2019
