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Joint Replacement

How Long It Takes to Recover from Shoulder Replacement Surgery

You may be considering shoulder replacement surgery if you suffer from life-limiting shoulder pain that doesn’t respond to non-operative treatments. The procedure helps relieve pain, improve function and increase your […]

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Understanding the Different Types of Shoulder Replacement Surgery

Shoulder replacement is the third most common joint replacement surgery after knees and hips. The procedure is a reliable option for reducing pain and improving function in your shoulder.You may […]

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Three Important Steps to Prepare for Shoulder Replacement

Shoulder replacement is surgery to remove damaged parts of your shoulder joint and resurface them with smooth metal and plastic implants. Due to advancements in technology and surgical techniques, it’s […]

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A Patient's Guide to Shoulder Replacement Surgery

Shoulder replacement surgery is a medical intervention designed for individuals experiencing debilitating shoulder pain and limited mobility. These problems can be the result of severe arthritis, extensive injury, or other […]

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When Reverse Shoulder Replacement is the Best Option

Total shoulder replacement is a procedure to resurface both sides of your shoulder joint with implants meant to feel and function like your natural shoulder. There are two types of […]

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Hot Air Balloon Pilot Back in the Sky After Hip Replacement

When Tony Sandlin started feeling side and back pain getting in and out of his hot air balloon baskets, he knew something was wrong. Tony has been a hot air […]

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Why One-On-One Pre-Op Education is Crucial for Joint Replacement Patients

People’s lifestyles don't come in a one-size-fits-all form, Forté Sports Medicine and Orthopedics physical therapist Monica Schrader explains. For that very reason, when it comes to joint replacement surgery, taking […]

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The One Thing Athletes Want Most - Return to Play

As athletic trainer Sara Myers guides athletes through their rehabilitation journey, she enjoys proving to patients that they are stronger than they think. The Forté Sports Medicine and Orthopedics Return […]

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Improving Patient Confidence and Range of Motion with Underwater Treadmill Therapy

In water, many of her patients perform activities and exercises that they cannot do on land, Forté Sports Medicine and Orthopedics physical therapy assistant Andrea Glass finds. For example, those […]

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