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5 misconceptions about knee replacement surgery, according to an orthopedic specialist More than 90% of replacement knees still functioning well after 15-20 years, thanks to advancements in implants ...

The TMINI Miniature Robotic System, developed by Think Surgical in partnership with Zimmer Biomet, fits easily into a surgeon ...

Every orthopedic surgeon has a unique way of providing care, shaped by their clinical knowledge and expertise. With the integration of AI into orthopedics, surgeons can benefit from AI’s data analysis ...

Artificial intelligence is still in its infancy when it comes to the orthopedic surgery space, but has already had a significant impact on all three phases of operative care, according to one surgeon.

Walker’s turning point came during an appointment with his primary care physician, Archie McLean, M.D., with the Broward ...

Your orthopedic surgeon will likely recommend a total knee replacement if wear and tear affects most of your knee. Another name for total knee replacement is total knee arthroplasty (TKA). In a total ...

Some wise counsel in advance can reduce the amount of opioid painkillers a patient takes after orthopedic surgery, new clinic ...