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Tips for ACL Reconstruction Recovery

Tips for ACL Reconstruction Recovery

A torn ACL can feel like a season-ending injury, but with the right recovery plan, athletes can rebuild strength, restore mobility, and return to sports. Learn what to expect during each phase of rehabilitation and how to support healing with the right lifestyle habits.

How to Choose the Best Orthopedic Surgeon for Your Joint Surgery

How to Choose the Best Orthopedic Surgeon for Your Joint Surgery

Choosing the right orthopedic surgeon for joint surgery goes beyond credentials. Here’s a detailed guide for choosing a surgeon you can trust.

What to Expect Before, During, and After Orthopedic Surgery

What to Expect Before, During, and After Orthopedic Surgery

Orthopedic surgery can address arthritis, injuries, fractures, and more. Learn how to prepare, what happens in the operating room, and what recovery looks like so you can move forward with confidence.

Anterior Hip Replacement: How It Works And Why It’s A Game-Changer

Anterior Hip Replacement: How It Works And Why It’s A Game-Changer

Every year, hundreds of thousands of hip replacement surgeries are performed in the US. This procedure is commonly used to help patients find relief from arthritis, repair an injury, or address general wear and tear.

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Arthroscopic Knee Surgery: A Complete Guide to Benefits and Recovery

Knee pain can make life difficult, all while slowing you down. Whether your pain is from a sports injury, everyday wear and tear, or something more chronic, many people reach a point where they need more than rest, ice, and painkillers.

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When Is It Time to See an Orthopedic Surgeon?

How long have you been toughing it out? Unlike emergency or persistent organ-related health concerns, addressing problems with your joints, bones, or muscles can often get put on the back burner.

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The Difference Between an Orthopedic Doctor and an Orthopedic Surgeon

How do you know whether it’s time to see an orthopedic doctor or orthopedic surgeon? Dr. Chris Mellano explains the specialties of each to help you decide.

Dr. Mellano’s mission is to give his patients the freedom to keep doing the activities they love. If you are struggling with joint pain, arthritis, lack of mobility, or joint inflammation, contact Dr. Mellano for a consultation so he can help you get moving again.

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