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OrthoArizona’s Kipling Sharpe, MD co–authored a research article for ScienceDirect titled: Load Sharing in the Femur Using Strut Allografts: A Biomechanical Study Background: Femoral strut allografts are used in revision hip arthroplasty for management of bone loss associated with implant failure or periprosthetic fractures. They have also been used to treat unremitting thigh pain in well-fixed cementless femoral stems, to address the differential in structural stiffness between the stem and femoral shaft. Our study used an in vitro biomechanical model to measure the effect of placement of allografts on femoral strains, to determine their load-sharing capacity. Click the following link to see …

Many people believe that orthopedic physical therapy is used to treat only musculoskeletal conditions, but it can also be used to treat and control other ailments such as migraine headaches. If you struggle with migraine headaches, and the debilitating pain and effects it has on your life, you know how difficult it can be to find relief and manage flare ups. There are various kinds of treatments out there for migraine headaches, and it can be difficult to find the right one for you. The good news is that physical therapy is a great treatment for all kinds of conditions, …

Whether it is arthritis or the result of an injury, joint pain can be a tough thing to live with. While there are multiple ways to cure and treat it, not all of them work for every person, and some can even end up backfiring if handled incorrectly. You can always supplement your artificial recovery options, such as surgery or medication, with natural techniques that boost your body’s recovery speed or eliminate some of the pressure and pain you may be feeling. All of these are completely safe and can be a useful addition to your schedule if you still …

Hip arthritis is a progressive condition, which means that it will get worse over time. Those who suffer from arthritis in the hips will experience pain and stiffness within the hips, groin, thigh, and buttocks, which can become debilitating when left untreated. This condition not only causes pain and stiffness in areas surrounding the hips, such as the groin and thighs, as well as the joint itself, but it can also cause weakness in the legs, which will make everyday activities increasingly difficult to perform. Arthritis causes the cartilage between joints to break down and wear away over time. This …

It is not uncommon for people of all ages to experience hip pain from time to time, especially if you lead an active lifestyle. However, if hip pain has become a regular occurrence, then it could be a sign of something worse like arthritis. While hip pain is a common symptom of arthritis, there are other signs that you should look out for that could indicate you are suffering from this condition and therefore need to seek tailored medical support. What is Arthritis? Arthritis is a progressive condition, which means that it will get worse over time. This is why …

Outpatient joint replacement allows a patient to have surgery without the need to remain at the hospital afterwards, heading home to recover in their own bed with their own family and possessions. Most kinds of joint surgery are safe and predictable enough to allow this kind of practice with ease, but not everybody will take this option. Whether you are put off by the idea of extra hospital time or just want to recover at home, you can always ask your orthopedist to see if you are a qualifying outpatient. Even if you are taking that option purely out of …

Hip replacement surgery, also known as hip arthroplasty, is always meant to be as uninvasive as possible. All standard hip arthroplasty measures aim to keep you safe and comfortable, as well as keep your recovery times low. However, like any major surgery, you are not completely “ cured” as soon as the surgery itself ends. The healing process can be a slow one for many people, and there are certain things that you should avoid doing if you want to ensure clean, reliable, and healthy post-surgery recovery. The less you strain your body, the faster it will heal and accept …

Joint pains can be a common problem, and there are multiple causes that can lead to them happening. Sometimes, a combination of factors can simply lead to natural joint pain, but there are also some major health issues that can cause them to appear without warning. Either way, treating joint paint is an important part of getting life back to normal. For example, a meniscus tear can lead to issues with moving your knees, something that can disrupt your entire life until you can recover or get the damage repaired. Some joint pain can even become so bad that you …

A broken bone can take a while to heal, and it does not always begin to repair itself immediately. Recovery times for injuries like this can often vary wildly from person to person, and it can sometimes be tough to identify when your broken bones are starting to mend themselves. *Routinely follow up with your healthcare provider during the healing process.  Your provider may provide routine x-rays of the injury site and professional evaluation to determine the progress. Considering that this healing process involves a lot of different steps and stages, it is quite common for people to not actually …

Every year, Phoenix Magazine comes out with their ‘Top Doctors’ issue naming the top doctors in the Phoenix Valley, as decided by a peer vote. What this means is other medical doctors all over the Valley vote on these doctors, showing respect and admiration. We’re proud to announce that this year, 12 OrthoArizona physicians are included in the list! In addition to being voted a Top Doc some of our doctors were chosen by the editors to be covered in articles that go into more detail. Our OrthArizona physicians Dr. Todd Haddon, Dr. Mark Leber, and Dr. Nina Lara are featured …