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Latest Techniques in Joint Replacement: The Anterior Hip Approach for Relieving Pain

May 23, 2012
Join Dr. Bowers as he explains the most current technology in Total Hip Replacements and how it can relieve joint pain caused by arthritis…
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Exhaust Options Before Joint Replacement Surgery

December 21, 2011
Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) acetaminophen, glucosomine and chondroitin nutritional supplements, cortisone injections and…
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First Time Pain Free in Five Years
"Dr. Brainard operated on my foot in August, and this is the first time I have been pain free in 5 years! Dr. Brainard and his staff were very friendly, and I was satisfied with every visit."
-  Megan ‚ Tucson
 

Open Carpal Tunnel

Open Carpal Tunnel Release surgery is performed to relieve pressure on the median nerve, alleviating the pain of carpal tunnel syndrome and restoring normal sensation to the hand and fingers. This is achieved when the transverse carpal ligament is cut, which creates more space for the median nerve in the carpal tunnel. For a step-by-step process of how Tucson Orthopaedic Institute Elbow, Hand & Shoulder experts perform this procedure, click on the animation below.