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An elderly man in a light blue shirt talks to a doctor about his shoulder pain in a bright medical office. Revision orthopedic surgery is discussed.
Orthopedics
When Surgery Doesn’t Work
August 1, 2026
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Woman jogging in the park with fitness trackers
Orthopedics
Train Like the Pros
April 3, 2026
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Female athlete
Orthopedics
Leveling the Playing Field
October 2, 2025
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Illustration of a clean knee joint representing a periprosthetic joint replacement without infection. Commonly known as PJI
Orthopedics
Destination Zero
April 11, 2025
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Fallen snowboarder on back with legs up in the air. Humorous photo representing the dangers of snow sports
Orthopedics
Snow Sport Safety
October 12, 2024
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Having received a bionic leg at the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab, man engages in physical therapy
In The Know
From Thought to Movement
April 8, 2024
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Portrait of a middle aged woman with tattoos
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How Surgeons Can Show Respect for a Patient’s Tattoos
October 25, 2023
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In blue scrubs, a surgical team operates on a patient.
Op-Ed
Op-Ed: Tinker, Tailor, Surgeon, Sailor
April 10, 2023
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Golfer swinging, golfing-related wrist injuries,Chicago Health Magazine Online
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Mayo Clinic Q&A: Wrist Injuries and Golf
May 9, 2022
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Young woman holding her ankle, joint pain concept
In The Know
Millennial Movement
March 28, 2022
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Countering Lower Back Pain, Chicago Health Magazine Online
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Mayo Clinic Q&A: Lower Back Pain Issues
January 24, 2022
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Recovery from surgery with opiod alternatives and pain medication
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Recovery Without Opioids
September 21, 2021
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Golfer's Elbow, Chicago Health Magazine Online
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Mayo Clinic Q&A: Understanding 'Golfer's Elbow'
July 13, 2021
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black family on porch social determinants of health
Columns
Op-Ed: Addressing Social Determinants of Health in Orthopedics
July 8, 2021
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Orthopedic surgery and second opinions
Orthopedics
Second Time’s a Charm
March 14, 2021
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Backlog of orthopedic surgeries due to Covid-19 may have long-lasting effects
Orthopedics
A Secondary Healthcare Crisis?
September 8, 2020
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Scoliosis, Chicago Health Magazine Online
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Mayo Clinic Q&A: Check Daughter Regularly Because of Family History of Scoliosis
July 21, 2020
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spinal stenosis, Chicago Health Magazine Online
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Mayo Clinic Q&A: Is Surgery for Cervical Spinal Stenosis Best Option for Treatment?
March 11, 2020
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Orthopedic surgeon Dane Salazar, MD, looks at images using 3D templating software to create a digital model of the patient’s shoulder for reverse total shoulder replacement. Photo courtesy of Loyola Medicine
Orthopedics
Reverse Engineering
March 10, 2020
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carpal tunnel syndrome, Chicago Health Magazine Online
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Mayo Clinic Q&A: Full Recovery After Surgery for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Can Take up to a Year
February 10, 2020
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Separated Shoulder, Chicago Health Magazine Online
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Mayo Clinic Q&A: Identifying Severity of Separated Shoulder Is Key to Effective Treatment
January 11, 2020
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knee pain, Chicago Health Magazine Online
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Mayo Clinic Q&A: Evaluation Can Guide Treatment for Knee Pain
December 19, 2019
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Knee arthroscopy
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Surgeons Are Doing Fewer Knee Surgeries
October 14, 2019
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Loyola Medicine orthopedic surgeon Adam Schiff, MD, replaces Deborah Stoneburner’s damaged talus bone. Her new metal talus bone was made with 3D-printing technology.
Orthopedics
Bioprinting Bones
September 10, 2019
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Alpesh Patel, md, reviews an x-ray showing a coflex Interlaminar Stabilization device implanted in a spine.
Orthopedics
Spinal Stenosis
March 10, 2019
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Carpal tunnel syndrome: silhouette image of outstretched hand in front of gray background
Orthopedics
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Not Responding to Initial Treatments May Require Surgery
November 1, 2018
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Orthopedics
Using Stem Cells for Spine Surgery
September 4, 2018
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Is knuckle cracking okay? Image of hands of man interlaced and outstretched toward camera.
Orthopedics
Busting the Myth About Knuckle Cracking
June 21, 2018
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Robert Gray, MD, delivers local anesthesia to a patient with a syringe gun before performing wide awake surgery. Photo courtesy of the NorthShore Orthopaedic Institute
Orthopedics
Wide-Awake Surgery
February 22, 2018
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Joint sounds: shot of man's hands with fingers linked together
Orthopedics
Joint cracks and pops usually not cause for concern
January 23, 2018
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Knee osteoarthritis is getting alarmingly common. Image of knee x-ray.
Orthopedics
The mysterious rise in knee osteoarthritis
January 5, 2018
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Orthopedic Surgery Scope
Orthopedics
Scoping Out Relief
August 23, 2017
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Minimally invasive treatment for plantar fasciitis
Orthopedics
Minimally invasive treatment available for plantar fasciitis
April 28, 2017
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Surgeons
In The Know
Minimally Invasive Surgery
February 15, 2017
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Mid-section view of runner cradling hurt knee
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Relieve the knee pain due to ITB syndrome
January 23, 2017
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Orthopedics
Knee Needs
August 9, 2016
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bones
In The Know
Home Grown: Growing Cartilage for Knee Repair
February 9, 2016
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Runner touching painful knee. Athlete runner training accident. Sport running knee sprain.
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Cartilage repair, restoration becoming more common
February 4, 2016
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Anatomic study model of an human knee replacement
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When is it time for knee replacement?
February 4, 2016
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Woman doing crunches with an exercise ball
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Shed Extra Pounds for Healthier Joints
February 4, 2016
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Rubbing sole of foot
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Ask the Harvard Experts: Seeking relief for morning foot pain
February 4, 2016
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Man rubbing back of his neck
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Turn away from neck pain
February 4, 2016
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Health care worker helping an elderly man with a walker
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Physical therapy after hip replacement: Can rehab happen at home?
February 4, 2016
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Man with neck pain
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How to banish aches and pains
November 26, 2015
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Mechanical man illustration
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Rebuilding Man
August 3, 2015
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injured basketball player
Current Articles
I Don't Want to Be Like Derrick
February 9, 2015
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3D rendering highlighting knee
In The Know
Noninvasive Procedure Alternative to Knee Replacement Surgery
November 14, 2014
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marathon runners legs
Current Articles
Getting Ready for Marathon Health
October 10, 2014
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In The Know
PRP: A Promising Panacea or a Premature Procedure?
July 22, 2014
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repetitive strain warning
In The Know
Repeat After Me: “Do Not Repeat”
January 20, 2014
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