Meniscopathy: Degenerative Changes and Chronic Meniscal Tears.

A meniscus tear on an MRI report can change the way a person thinks about their knee almost immediately. Before the scan, there was pain, perhaps some swelling, an occasional click when climbing stairs. After the scan, there is a diagnosis. A torn meniscus. The words sound definite, and the natural question follows: if something […]

What Is Osteoarthritis and Why Does It Develop?

One phrase stays with me because I hear it almost every week. “Doctor, my joints are just wearing out because I’m getting older.” People usually say it with complete certainty, as though age explains everything. I wish it were that simple. Getting older does increase the chances of developing osteoarthritis, but age itself isn’t the […]

Heel Spur and Plantar Fasciitis: Why Every Step Begins to Hurt.

The first thing many people say when they come into the clinic is almost always the same. “The X-ray showed a heel spur.” They usually say it with certainty, as if the mystery has already been solved. There’s a piece of bone growing where it shouldn’t, so naturally that’s what must be hurting. I understand […]