PATIENT RESOURCES
At Siegel Orthopaedics, we are dedicated to empowering patients through education. Our patient resources section offers helpful information on orthopedic health, common injuries, and surgical procedures to inform and equip you to make the best decisions about your care. Drawing from his over 20 years of experience as an orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Herrick Siegel provides expert articles to increase understanding of topics like optimizing bone health, knee replacements, and revision joint procedures. His passion for outstanding patient care shines through in these free, accessible resources. Take advantage of the wealth of knowledge below to learn more about orthopedic wellness and Dr. Siegel's personalized approach. Let these insights guide you on your journey to recovery and renewed mobility.
The winter months bring crisp, cold air, beautiful snowfall, and cherished seasonal activities. However, the slippery ice, heavy snow, and frigid temperatures also lead to…
Sarcomas are uncommon cancers that develop in the bones, muscles, joints, cartilage, nerves, and other connective tissues of the body. While rare overall, comprising about…
If you undergo revision surgery to replace a worn out or problematic knee, hip, or other joint replacement, recovery can be more difficult than after…
If you need orthopaedic surgery, using tobacco products like cigarettes and chewing tobacco can greatly increase your risk of complications during and after surgery. Quitting…
If you’re suffering from chronic hip pain that just won’t quit, you may have wondered if total hip replacement surgery is right for you. Replacing…
If you’ve injured your knee playing sports or through everyday activities, you may have torn your anterior cruciate ligament (ACL), one of the key stabilizing…
If you’re one of the over 30 million adults experiencing the aches, pains, and stiffness of osteoarthritis (OA), you’re not alone. This common joint disease…
Joint pain can severely impact quality of life. While total joint replacement was once the only option, minimally invasive techniques now offer less invasive alternatives…
Our skeletal structure allows us to move, gives our body shape, and protects our organs, playing a vital role in overall health. That is why…
Discovering an abnormal growth or swelling on your body can be alarming. You may suspect it is a tumor, but how can you know for…
To learn more about the range of orthopaedic options available to you, contact Dr. Herrick J. Siegel at 205-930-8339.