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- Hip Resurfacing: preview video | www.researchchannel.org type in keywords hip resurfacing
Young, active patients whose lives are impacted by arthritis pain may be candidates for a procedure called total hip resurfacing arthroplasty. Boca Raton Orthopaedic Group's Dr. Jason Weisstein specializes in this bone-sparing alternative to hip replacement. It allows patients to return to most of their activities, while leaving enough bone intact for a total replacement later in life, if need be.
- When Cancer Spreads to Bones:
Cancer can spread to bones - developing into metastatic bone disease which can lead to pain, weakened bones, and fractures in some patients. Learn how orthopaedic oncologist, Dr. Jason Weisstein, improves quality of life in cancer patients and supports the care of a patient with this disease. The discussion includes diagnosis and the sensitive task of crafting a treatment plan.
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