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Stuart J. Fischer, MD
Associate Editor
Welcome to OrthoInfo, the patient information web site of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. Our site contains over 600 articles about fractures, sports injuries, joint replacement and other orthopaedic topics written specially for patients and families.
We have the latest orthopaedic news as well as information on safety and prevention. All of our articles are written and peer reviewed by orthopaedic surgeons who are experts in their fields.
We hope you will take a few minutes to browse our site and view our articles, videos, and learning modules.
This month we are featuring new articles on Scaphoid Fractures and Shoulder Arthroscopy.
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Scaphoid fractures are often caused by a fall on an outstretched hand during sports activities.
Shoulder arthroscopy may relieve painful symptoms of many problems that damage the shoulder joint.
The most common baseball injuries include sprains, strains, and bruises.
These step-by-step learning tools help you to better understand your condition and upcoming surgery.
There are precautions you can take to prevent your new hip from dislocating.
Learn about Achilles tendon tears and how they are treated.
Learn more about how broken bones heal.
A combination of treatments may help relieve pain.
Casts support injured bones while they heal.
Plan ahead to ensure a smooth surgery and recovery.
One of the major risks facing patients who have major surgery is a complication called deep vein thrombosis. Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is the formation of a blood clot within a deep vein. It commonly occurs in the thigh or calf.
Save Your Knees is a website full of information about knees: keeping knees healthy, exercise, common knee problems, and treatments.
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