Orthopedic Injuries
First Successful Custom 3D Printed Finger Bone Implant in the Country
When ironworker Robert Smith had his middle finger crushed by a heavy steel beam, he was left with a finger that was basically useless, with little skeletal support. And this made him unable to do his job as an iron worker since he needs to grip and pinch materials in his work. Dr. Daniel Penello,…
Read MoreDr. Penello Helps Patients Kick Kienböcks Disease
Dr. Daniel Penello — a leader in wrist, hand, and small bone surgery — presented on Kienböcks Disease at the Florida Orthopaedic Society Annual Meeting on June 21, 2019. Discussing the causes, diagnosis, and treatment of Kienböcks, Dr. Penello is helping patients find mobility after life-altering wrist trauma. About Kienböcks Disease Kienböck’s disease, also known…
Read MoreHand Surgery to Treat Arthritis
Your hands are made up of many small joints that work together to do simple, everyday tasks. As you age, your joints are susceptible to a number of ailments, including arthritis. Treatment for arthritis in your hands can range from non-invasive techniques all the way to joint replacement surgery. Let’s take a look at how…
Read MoreWhich Common Knee Surgery Procedure is Best for Me?
Knee surgery doesn’t have to be scary. We’ve mapped out the most common injuries and surgeries to help you better understand your condition and potential treatments. Why Does My Knee Hurt? You may have chalked up knee pain to general aches. Some folks experience popping and cracking of knees. Others can feel pain radiating from…
Read MoreWhat Is a Total Joint Replacement Procedure?
Total Joint Replacement (TJR) is a cutting-edge orthopedic surgical procedure that replaces a disordered joint (i.e. arthritis) with an artificial prosthesis made of metal, ceramic or plastic. The prosthetic is designed to restore function, reduce pain and maintain the same movement pattern as the original joint. TJR is one of the topmost performed surgical procedures…
Read MoreTypes of Hip Replacement
Your hip is one of the most important (and most used) joints in your body, and if it starts to slow down, your entire life can slow down with it. Like other joint issues, hip problems are usually treated first via non-surgical techniques that can include physical therapy, steroid injections or lifestyle changes. But if…
Read MoreWhy Does My Hip Hurt? 12 Common Causes of Hip Pain
If your hips are healthy, you probably don’t think about them very often. If you’re having hip pain, though, it may be the only thing on your mind. The hip is a large joint that helps support your body and all of its supporting structures, so this means there are plenty of causes of hip…
Read MoreWhat Is Regenerative Medicine?
Some animals have the ability to regenerate after injury — a lizard that loses its tail can grow a new one, for example. We humans aren’t that lucky, but advances in regenerative medicine are showing promise for helping the body heal itself faster. Even in some organs that were previously thought to be irreparable. Regenerative…
Read MoreRegenerative Medicine, 3D Printing & The Future of Orthopaedics
As modern orthopaedics continues to make great strides forward in testing, treatments, and technology, some of the most revolutionary advances are made in the fields of regenerative medicine and 3D printing. Both technologies are helping patients reach better outcomes more quickly and lead more comfortable lives. What is regenerative medicine? Regenerative medicine is a new,…
Read MoreWhat is Hip Arthroscopy and What Conditions Does it Treat?
Your hips play an important role in how you navigate the world. Simple tasks like walking or bending over can become almost impossible if you experience hip pain or a reduced range of motion. At Alexander Orthopaedic Associates, we look for minimally invasive ways to treat hip problems found in all types of patients. If…
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