Articles by Condition
Dr. Petrie – American Health Journal – Sports Injury Prevention
Dr. Russell Petrie speaks about sports injury prevention on American Health Journal.
Dr. Gazzaniga – American Health Journal – Sports Injuries
Dr. Gazzaniga appears on American Health Journal and discusses sports injuries.
Barefoot Running: Is it better for your feet?
Orthopedic Surgeon, Andrew Gerken, MD, comments and answers questions regarding the new craze of barefoot running.
Dr. Gordon – American Health Journal – Back Problems
Dr. Gordon appears on the American Health Journal and discusses common back problems.
Dr. Caillouette – Channel 6 News
Dr. James Caillouette discusses the advancements in knee and hip replacement, Hoag Orthopedic Institute, and the benefits of being treated at an orthopedic specialty hospital.
What’s New In Osteoarthritis Treatment?
By James T. Caillouette, MD Osteoarthritis (OA) is a progressive disease that is sometimes referred to as “wear and tear” arthritis. It is the most common form of the disease?OA accounts for 80% of all arthritis cases–and about 30 million Americans are afflicted with the condition. What happens with OA? Within the joints, an elastic [...]
Shoulder Pain
By Russell S. Petrie, MD Although some orthopedic conditions are more common within certain age groups than others, shoulder problems are now becoming an ?equal opportunity? affliction in all age brackets. Why? Because the rise in popularity of extreme sports?such as daredevil BMX riding and snowboarding–has young people literally throwing their joints out of whack. [...]
Winter Sports: Get In Shape Now To Avoid Injury
By Bill Gabriel, MPT Ski season is just around the corner in southern California, as the weather gets colder and the mountains begin to get snowfall. Before you hit the slopes this year, be sure that your body is prepared to avoid injury. “Skiing and snowboarding are just like any other sport–they require training”, notes [...]
Osteoporosis: A Brittle Reality
By Michael L. Gordon, MD Osteoporosis is a progressive disease of bone loss that afflicts 28 million Americans. When bones lose their density, they become more porous and susceptible to fracture. It is estimated that 1.5 million bone fractures occur each year. Why is this alarming? Only 25 percent of hip fracture patients will make [...]
Getting To The Bottom Of Ankle Pain
By Andrew P. Gerken, MD The ankle is a complex structure that, when injured, can lead to pain and swelling, restricted movement, and mild to moderate instability. The most common ankle injuries are sprains, but breaks, stress fractures and the effects of arthritis can also cause these and other symptoms. The ankle joint consists of [...]