Prepatellar Bursitis (Kneecap Bursitis): Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
What is Prepatellar Bursitis? Prepatellar bursitis, commonly known as knee bursitis, is the inflammation of the bursa located in front of the kneecap (patella). This small fluid-filled sac acts as a cushion between the skin and the kneecap. When irritated or inflamed, it can cause visible swelling and pain at the front of the knee. […]
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (Runner’s Knee) This is a pain you feel in the front of your knee. It involves the patella. That’s the bone we commonly call the “kneecap.” The patella slides up and down in a groove on your femur as you bend and extend your knee. If you have this syndrome, […]
Patellar Tracking Disorder
This is a problem with the alignment of the patella (the bone at the front of the knee, commonly called the “kneecap”). With this disorder, the patella shifts out of its normal track as you bend or extend your knee.
Patellar Tendonitis (Jumper’s Knee)
This is a pain you feel just below your patella (the bone we commonly call the “kneecap”). It’s an injury to your patellar tendon, which connects the bottom of the kneecap to the shinbone.
Patella Tendon Rupture
This is a tear of a large tendon in the front of your knee. We call it the “patellar tendon.” It connects the bottom of the kneecap to the top of the shinbone. It helps you straighten your leg. You can have a tear that doesn’t go all the way through the tendon, […]
Patella Fracture (Broken Knee Cap)
What is a patella fracture? The patella, known as the kneecap, protects the knee joint and helps link your thigh muscles to your lower leg. A patella (kneecap) fracture is a break in the bone that forms the kneecap. Because your kneecap (patella) acts like a shield for your knee joint, it is […]
Osteoarthritis of the Knee
OrthoConnecticut’ team of board certified, fellowship trained knee specialists have a great deal of experience treating osteoarthritis of the knee. We offer state-of-the-art treatment and the convenience of both surgery and follow-up care in a local setting. Knee Osteoarthritis Osteoarthritis, or “wear and tear” arthritis, is a degenerative condition in which the […]
Osgood-Schlatter Disease
This is a type of injury that causes knee pain in children. It’s an inflammation of a growth plate in the tibia. Growth plates are places where new bone tissue forms. They are found in the long bones of growing children. But growth plates are weaker than the surrounding bone. That makes them […]
Meniscus Tears
Meniscus tears are among the most common knee injuries. Athletes, particularly those who play contact sports, are at risk for meniscus tears. However, anyone at any age can tear a meniscus. When people talk about torn cartilage in the knee, they are usually referring to a torn meniscus. OrthoConnecticut’ team of board-certified, fellowship-trained […]
Iliotibial Band Syndrome (ITBS)
What is Iliotibial Band Syndrome (ITBS)? Iliotibial Band Syndrome (ITBS) is a common overuse injury that causes pain along the outer thigh and knee. It frequently affects runners, cyclists, and other athletes who engage in repetitive knee bending. The iliotibial band is a thick strip of connective tissue that stretches from the hip down […]
ACL Tear (Anterior Cruciate Ligament Tear)
Where is the ACL? The knee has 4 major ligaments. The knee ligament called Anterior Cruciate Ligament, or ACL, connects the thighbone (femur) to the shinbone (tibia). The ACL helps control the back and forth motion of the knee, and also provide rotational stability to the knee. What is an ACL Tear? One of […]
ACL Injuries in Women
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Injuries in Women The anterior cruciate ligament, commonly called the ACL, is a thick, elastic band of tissue that runs from the bottom of the femur to the top of the tibia. It helps stabilize the knee joint. The ACL can become stretched or torn when the knee is […]
Hip Joint Injection
If you have pain in your hip, your doctor may inject medicine into your hip joint. It can help your doctor find where your pain is coming from. It can also make your hip feel better.
Stem Cell Therapy
If you have an injury, or if you have tendons or ligaments that have become inflamed, stem cell therapy may help. It uses your body’s own stem cells to help heal damage. It may help you avoid surgery.
Total Hip Replacement, Anterior Approach
This surgery fixes a damaged or diseased hip. It replaces your hip with implants that restore function to your joint. This method uses an incision that helps speed your recovery.
Hip Replacement
OrthoConnecticut offers the most modern, state-of-the art hip replacement procedures available today. All of surgeries are performed by a team of board certified, fellowship-trained joint replacement specialists. Our highly qualified team of surgeons offers a personalized approach, ensuring that each patient receives the best technique for them. This ensures the best possible surgical […]
Hip Hemiarthroplasty (Bipolar)
This surgery treats a damaged or diseased hip. It replaces the head of your femur with an implant. Your natural hip socket is not changed.
Hip Fracture Treatment with Surgical Screws
This surgical procedure uses metal surgical screws to repair a fracture of the femur. This procedure is typically used for patients who have minimal damage to the bone and minimal shifting from the fracture.