Rotator Cuff Functionality Inside the Shoulder Muscle Structure Rotator cuff injuries are among the most common cases attended by orthopedic doctors like Doctor Mead. Being a flexible joint, the shoulder is very vulnerable and requires full attention when performing activities that require some stress. Athletes of all disciplines are constantly exposed … Continue reading →

Rehabilitation After Rotator Cuff Repair Surgery Rehabilitation after surgery is as important as the surgery itself.  Patients that do not follow the strict protocol set forth by our Naples orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Mead, do not do as well with their overall function as those that fully participate in their recovery.  … Continue reading →

Platelet Rich Plasma Therapy Options in Naples, Florida Platelet rich plasma has become a new buzzword in orthopedics.  While more and more people are trying to get away from taking a “pill” to treat an ailment, finding ways to use your body’s own natural properties to heal itself has become … Continue reading →

Understanding Snapping Hip Syndrome You might be more familiar with the name “dancer’s hip” than with snapping hip syndrome, but they both boil down to the same thing. For most people, this is nothing more than an annoyance, but in some patients, it can develop into something more serious. For … Continue reading →

Using Creatine Supplements after Joint Surgery Creatine supplements are routinely used by bodybuilders, as well as other athletes hoping to build their performance. It’s a natural supplement found in the human body, and produced by the pancreas, as well as the kidneys and liver. Creatine’s role in the body is … Continue reading →

Understanding Cement Disease and Its Repercussions As if going through a hip replacement were not difficult enough for patients, many find themselves faced with ongoing problems. One of those potential problems is “cement disease”. While there is some controversy surrounding whether this condition actually exists, the US National Library of … Continue reading →

Torn ACL – Rehab vs. Surgery The knee is one of the most important joints in the body, and it’s also a very complex mechanism that relies on several ligaments and bone structures to operate properly. There are four tendons within the knee joint and the ACL. The ligament responsible … Continue reading →

Combating Bone Density Loss after Hip Replacement Surgery Hip replacement surgery is necessary for a wide range of different injuries and conditions. The most common reason is arthritis, but it can also be done in situations where the patient has fallen and seriously broken the hip. Hip replacement surgery offers … Continue reading →

How to Sleep After Hip Replacement Like we stated before, after you have undergone hip replacement surgery, there are certain things you need to do in order to protect yourself from complications. If you follow your surgeon”s orders, you can ensure a smooth recovery. One thing that you must be … Continue reading →

Steps to Follow Before a Knee Replacement Surgery Whether your general physician has indicated you need knee replacement surgery or you just know that the joint is in such bad condition that the procedure will be necessary, you need to take certain steps before you have anything done. Not only … Continue reading →