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Hops to Help Arthritis

You may know Dr. Benjamin DuBois as our resident shoulder expert. He has been with our group since 2004 and is specialized in managing shoulder arthritis. He has performed over 1,500 shoulder replacements in San Diego. What you may...read more


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Are Outpatient Total Joint Replacements the Way of the Future?

If you had a joint replacement about 10 or so years ago, you may remember a long extended stay in the hospital following the procedure. It was not uncommon for patients to stay up to a week in a...read more


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Can Losing Weight Help Me Avoid a Joint Replacement?

The answer is, yes it’s certainly possible. It is a known fact that weight loss can significantly improve pain specifically related to joints. Why is this you ask? Well, the answer is simple. The more load you put on...read more


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Anterior Approach Total Hip Replacement

What is an Anterior Approach Total Hip Replacement? In an Anterior Approach Total Hip Replacement, the incision is made in the front of the hip. This is different than the traditional (or posterior approach) hip replacement, in which the...read more


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Rotator Cuff Tears and Rotator Cuff Repair

Do you have a rotator cuff tear ?  Many patients come in asking this question.  Do you understand what the rotator cuff is ?  The rotator cuff is actually a group of four muscles that allow you to move...read more


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Patient Spotlight: Running Marathons After Total Knee Replacement

Ever wonder if it is possible to run after a knee replacement? Below is an interview with Kip H. He is an extremely active man who has not slowed down one bit since having multiple joints replaced. In fact,...read more