You were out for a run or playing some recreation basketball and the next time you walk up a flight of stairs you feel pain at the bottom of your kneecap on the front of your knee. Sometimes people assume the worst — they’ve torn their patellar tendon. That’s partially right, but only if you… Read More »
At Desio Sports Medicine, Dr. Stephen M. Desio of Worcester, MA understands the need for both non surgical and surgical joint care and treatment. When patients have experienced injuries to their joints that have resulted in permanent damage to the joint surfaces, joint replacement surgery may be an option. Nonsurgical options are always tried first… Read More »
You’ve likely tried a yoga class at least once in your life, but you may not be the type to call yourself a yogi. And this workout/meditation technique has been becoming more popular over the last decades. It is now a solid part of many sports injury prevention programs. What once was considered a silly,… Read More »
Remember that old song, “Everybody’s Free to Wear Sunscreen” from the 90’s? Well, there’s a line that stood out to us when we first heard it. Can you guess what it is? “Be kind to your knees. You’ll miss them when they’re gone.” It’s great advice that we still try to heed today. And even… Read More »
If you are an avid biker, jogger, or do any activity that requires a lot of knee bending, you can get runner’s knee. Runner’s knee is typified by an aching pain centered in the kneecap. It is a general term used to describe one of several knee issues. How Runner’s Knee Happens Unbalanced or weak… Read More »
Nothing can feel more debilitating than a bad knee, and when chronic knee pain affects the knee, it can have a significant impact on your overall health. Fortunately, general knee wear and tear can be managed successfully for many people. These steps can help you stay fit and free of pain. Maintain a healthy weight.… Read More »
