Sports Medicine / Arthroscopy
Sports related injuries are common. Arthroscopy allows these injuries to be treated in a minimally invasive way, which minimizes the damage to surrounding tissues and allows for a faster and easier recovery.
Sports related injuries are common. Arthroscopy allows these injuries to be treated in a minimally invasive way, which minimizes the damage to surrounding tissues and allows for a faster and easier recovery.
Total joint replacement is a surgical procedure in which certain parts of an arthritic or damaged joint are removed and replaced with an artificial joint, which is designed to move just like a healthy joint.
Orthopedic injuries and fractures occur in all age groups. Learn more about how we can treat your injuries and get you back to the things you enjoy most.
Andrew F. Arthur, MD is committed to excellence by pledging to provide the highest quality of orthopedic care possible. Along with the treatment of immediate or chronic problems, we strive to integrate the doctrine of prevention in all our treatment plans as a way to alleviate possible future difficulties.
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The Direct Anterior Total Hip Replacement is an innovative approach which allows the surgeon access to the hip without detaching any of the muscles or tendons. This may allow for a more natural return to normal function and activity. A smaller incision and reduced muscle disruption often allow for less pain after surgery, a shorter recovery time, and less scarring.
Custom Fit Knee Replacement Dr. Arthur specializes in Custom Fit Knee Replacement. Using this new technique, the surgeon can now match the fit and placement of the total knee implant to the patient's unique anatomy.
Minimally Invasive Surgery (MIS)is an advancement in orthopedic surgery which can provide a number of potential benefits including: a shorter hospital stay, faster recovery, and much less pain and scarring following surgery.
Polyethylene Advancement New advancements in polyethylene bearing technology have demonstrated significantly decreased wear during laboratory testing. This decrease in wear may extend the life of your total joint implant and could be particularly important for younger patients.