Four New Joints, One New Perspective
By Norman Mindrebo, MD Riverview Health Physicians Orthopedics & Sports Medicine I’ve always been an active individual. Orthopedic surgeons typically have an aura of being active and strong, and I’ve always tried to set a good example for my patients. I’ve lifted weights for years, and I enjoy horseback riding and cycling with my wife, […]
Feeling Fearless After Knee Surgery
A former nurse of 25 years, Noblesville resident Patty planned to spend her retirement doing the things she loved: walking her dog, Bella, water skiing and playing tennis. But knee pain was getting in the way of her plans. “When I was 30, I got really sick, and the doctors had to give me IV […]
What to Expect When You’re Recovering from Joint Replacement Surgery
By Norman Mindrebo, MD Orthopedic Surgeon at New Hope Orthopedics & Sports Medicine If you struggle with joint pain that affects your everyday activities—from exercise to housework to simply getting out of bed—and pain relievers or injections no longer work, you could benefit from a joint replacement. As with any major surgery, it’s important to […]