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Advances in knee replacement improve mobility
are new advancements in joint replacement technology.
Patient Specific Knees are generated from MRI
This allows better fit and alignment of components.
Dr. Griffin is a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic
Surgeons and Board Certified by the American Board of
Hip resurfacing alternative to replacement
implications. The size of the hip ball is maintained
lessening the chance for dislocations. From an activity
standpoint, hip resurfacing allows most patients
to return to more active lifestyles including impact
activities such as tennis, running and skiing.
Dr. Steinfeld is a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic
Surgeons and is Board Certified by the American Board of
ESI’s: A non-surgical approach to reduce back pain
are delivered directly into the epidural space of the
spine. The effects of Epidural Steroid Injections are
usually temporary and vary. ESIs have proven to be
helpful and are commonly used in combination with
a Physical Therapy program.
Dr. Malone specializes in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
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ORTHOPAEDIC
UPDATE
The Orthopaedic Center of Vero Beach specializes in the care and treatment of the musculoskeletal
system and is a center of excellence specializing in total joint replacement, in addition to knee, hip
and shoulder problems, along with general orthopaedic care.
Here are some updates from our physicians.
BY DAVID W. GRIFFIN, M.D.
Continuing to improve pain relief for post op care
following total knee replacement is an ongoing goal
of orthopaedic surgeons. A combination of techniques
utilizing spinal anesthetic and femoral nerve
block is very safe. The spinal anesthetic allows the
patient to breathe on their own and avoids nausea
or vomiting post op. With the addition of the femoral
nerve block this gives excellent relief of pain.
Patients now use compression cold/heat therapy
which can be very beneficial for quicker recovery
with less pain.
Patient Specific Knees and Gender Specific Knees
and x-rays to produce exact knee models. These
models are used to create patient specific cutting
blocks that the surgeon utilizes in the operating
room for the procedure. If proper alignment is
achieved, a prosthesis may last 25 years. Gender
Specific Knees are total knee replacement components
designed for the male and female anatomy.
Orthopaedic Surgery.
David W. Griffin, MD
BY RICHARD STEINFELD, M.D.
Resurfacing of the hip joint is a bone preserving
approach that offers younger, active patients
the ability to live pain-free and engage in most
activities. The worn surfaces of the hip are resurfaced
with a smooth metal cap and socket without
violating the bone normally removed with a hip
replacement. Preserving this bone has significant
Orthopaedic Surgery.
Richard Steinfeld, MD
BY MARCUS J. MALONE, M.D.
Epidural Steroid Injections are a common nonsurgical
treatment method used to help relieve
pain in the neck, low back, arm and leg so that
patients may resume their normal activities. ESIs
are performed to alleviate pain caused by spinal
stenosis, sciatica, spondylosis, or disc herniation.
Epidural Steroid Injections consists of a long lasting
corticosteroid and an anesthetic. The medications
and is noted for his work in Chronic Pain Management.
Marcus J. Malone, MD
Joint Replacement, Arthritis Management, and Pain Management
1285 36th St., Suite 100, Vero Beach • 772.778.2009 • 866.778.2009 • www.orthocentervb.com
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