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Vail CO Orthopedic Hip Surgeon Dr. Marc Philippon Performs Hip Surgery Televised Live in Northern Italy
Dr. Marc Philippon recently visited Parma Italy where he performed a 4-hour complex hip surgery that was televised live and streamed to a nearby auditorium where a large group of Italian surgeons medical experts and high-profile public officials gathered to observe the break-through operation. The surgery which demonstrated the latest surgical techniques associated with the hip joint was sponsored by Smith & Nephew and represented a progressive move for the Italian medical industry. Experts in Parma raved about the proactive changes that the Local Health Care Agency has so diligently pursued including upgrading and investing in the latest medical tools and technologically advanced equipment as well as bringing in internationally renowned medical experts such as Dr. Philippon to demonstrate new procedures.
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Understanding ACL Tears: From Risk to Recovery - Part 1
Some say an ACL tear is a rite of passage for those who live and play in the mountains. Everyone who has experienced it wears an invisible badge of honor, and most are quick to share their story with the newest members of this not-so-elite club.
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Understanding ACL Tears: From Risk to Recovery - Part 2
“Pop!” It’s that dreaded sound and unforgettable feeling of an ACL tear. Not everyone who tears an ACL experiences the sensation, but those who do have a strong indication that a visit to the orthopaedic surgeon is going to be necessary.
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Understanding ACL Tears: From Risk to Recovery - Part 3
While ACL tears are common, and super-humans like Lindsey Vonn make reconstructive surgery look easy, the reality is that recovery is a process and it’s different for every person. Because the timeline is so unpredictable, Dr. Tom Hackett, a complex knee surgeon at The Steadman Clinic, recommends managing your expectations when it comes to the recovery timeline.