Medical Articles & News
Amputation is a leading concern for doctors and patients in Louisiana who live with diabetes. In our state diabetes cost Louisianians about $5.4 billion a year and a huge chunk of that cost goes towards amputation fees, with the average procedure costing about $70,000. Louisiana leads the nation in diabetic amputation and Dr. Meredith […]
Total knee replacement is a common procedure used to replace the damaged surfaces of the knee. Typically the surgery will help relieve pain and increase mobility for patients and help them return to their everyday activities. Minimally invasive total knee replacement is a variation of this procedure. In this form of surgery a shorter incision […]
A minimally-invasive approach to joint diagnosis and treatment, arthroscopy was first pioneered in the early 1960’s and popularized in the 20th century. Some people also call this laser surgery.
You Have Ankle Arthritis You may have been told by a doctor that you have arthritis. You may have figured this out for yourself too! Either way, you likely have pain, swelling, instability and stiffness (together) and difficulty with your normal activities because of the ankle. Arthritis tends to hurt more with changes in the […]
A bunion is a painful lump that forms at the main joint of the large toe. A bunion develops when the toe begins to lean in toward the other toes, pushing against them and displacing the toe joint. Although the lump may look like a growth, it’s actually the end of the first toe’s long […]
The most common treatment for back pain causes more problems than it solves — pain medications (opiates).
Back pain is one of the most common problems that people suffer from, and most will experience it at some point during their lifetime. In fact, according to the ACA, “low back pain is the single leading cause of disability worldwide.” With back pain being so common, it’s not surprising that many people experience it […]
Foot pain can seem like a normal part of life. Whether you spend your day working on your feet or sitting at a desk, it’s common to deal with some discomfort from putting strain on your feet. Minor aches can be normal, but at times your body may be trying to communicate to you that […]
Warner Orthopedics and Wellness’s Approach To Stem Cell Treatment At Warner Orthopedics and Wellness, we only utilize adult mesenchymal stem cells. We never process or grow stem cells, and we never use embryonic tissue. We strongly believe in the promise and potential of regenerative medicine. That being said, we also wish to provide a safe […]
Stem cell therapy is a rapidly evolving form of treatment for physical injury, neurological disorders, degenerative conditions, and more. When traditional surgical intervention may not work or is too expensive or invasive, stem cell therapy can be a great choice for relief. What are stem cells, how can stem cell therapy help treat your needs, […]
