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Dr. Raul Curiel
- Show Low, AZ
- MD at Ross University
- Accepting new patients
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ACL repair
ACL reconstruction is not necessary if you aren't experiencing instability of the knee. People who should consider ACL reconstruction are those who want to play sports where there READ MORE
ACL reconstruction is not necessary if you aren't experiencing instability of the knee. People who should consider ACL reconstruction are those who want to play sports where there will be frequent running, cutting and pivoting. These activities can predispose you to injuring other structures in the knee if the ACL is not intact. Some people with ACL injuries experience instability while merely changing direction when walking. These patients should probably have the ACL reconstructed as well in order to avoid falls or further injury to the knee. It is also true that some people play sports with a brace as opposed to getting an ACL reconstruction. If a brace provides sufficient support it is also an acceptable alternative to surgery.
Recovery for knee meniscectomy?
Most patients are nearly fully recovered by 6 weeks after knee meniscectomy. It is usually performed arthroscopically through 2-3 small incisions and consists of merely removing READ MORE
Most patients are nearly fully recovered by 6 weeks after knee meniscectomy. It is usually performed arthroscopically through 2-3 small incisions and consists of merely removing the torn or diseased portion of the meniscus. Patients are not usually taking pain medications beyond two weeks, and swelling is mostly resolved by 6 weeks. Things that can prolong the recovery or leave you with persistent pain are underlying injuries to the knee like cartilage or ligament injuries. In some cases a very large portion of the meniscus has to be removed that may also leave you with persistent pain.
My knee grinds when I climb stairs. What can be done?
The grinding may be caused by patellofemoral chondromalacia or osteoarthritis between the knee cap and groove for it in your femur. Grinding doesn't mean you need knee replacement. READ MORE
The grinding may be caused by patellofemoral chondromalacia or osteoarthritis between the knee cap and groove for it in your femur. Grinding doesn't mean you need knee replacement. Knee replacement is typically performed for people with advanced knee arthritis that is causing pain that is limiting their lifestyle. These patients usually have tried oral and injectable medications but have not obtained sufficient relief of their pain.
Will I be able to swim again after ankle replacement?
Ankle arthroplasty is performed in order to treat then pain of arthritis and maintain motion in the ankle. After ankle replacement you will need to avoid high impact exercise including READ MORE
Ankle arthroplasty is performed in order to treat then pain of arthritis and maintain motion in the ankle. After ankle replacement you will need to avoid high impact exercise including running in order to maximize the longevity of the implants. Swimming is considered low impact and is an ideal exercise after lower extremity arthroplasty. Other low impact aerobic exercises include bicycle and elliptical trainer.
