Dr. Jennifer Wood, Orthopedic Surgeon

04/10/2026

Walking can help with joint pain, including arthritis.
It doesn't have to be intense - just consistent.

04/03/2026

That “hip pain” you’re feeling? It might not actually be coming from your hip joint.
I see this all the time—patients come in thinking it’s arthritis, but the location of the pain often tells a different story:
• Groin pain → often the hip joint
• Outside of the hip → usually bursa or tendon
• Buttock pain → can be coming from your back
There can be overlap, which is why a proper evaluation matters.
If you’re not sure what’s causing your pain, I’m now offering virtual visits where we can talk through your symptoms and review imaging—without you needing to come into the office first.
📍 OrthoConnecticut (Danbury, New Milford, Southbury)
📞 Call to schedule: 203-797-1500
🌐 JenniferWoodMD.com

04/03/2026

That “hip pain” you’re feeling? It might not actually be coming from your hip joint.

Where your pain is located gives us important clues:
• Groin pain → often the hip joint
• Outside of the hip → usually bursa or tendon
• Buttock pain → can be coming from your back

There can be overlap, which is why a proper evaluation matters.

🖥️ Now offering virtual consultations for hip & knee pain

📍 OrthoConnecticut
📞 Call to schedule 203-797-1500
🌐 JenniferWoodMD.com

03/31/2026

Pain control after knee replacement has changed—significantly.

We no longer rely on just one method. Instead, we use a multimodal approach: combining medications, targeted injections, refined surgical techniques, and recovery strategies like ice and early movement.

Each piece works differently. Together, they make recovery more comfortable and less dependent on opioids.

This is a big part of why recovery today feels very different than it did 10–15 years ago.

Learn more: JenniferWoodMD.com
To schedule a consultation, call 203-797-1500



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03/26/2026

Proud to be part of OrthoConnecticut and helping to diversify the field of orthopedic surgery! Women are more likely to be diagnosed with osteoporosis and make up 60% of hip and knee joint replacements, so it's never too early to start focusing on your bone and joint health.

Every year on International Women's Day, we celebrate the achievements, resilience, and leadership of women around the world. Orthopedic surgery has historically been one of the most male-dominated specialties in medicine. OrthoConnecticut is very proud to have three exceptional women orthopedic sur...

03/26/2026

We remove the ACL during a knee replacement—but the knee is still stable. Here’s why.

03/25/2026

03/21/2026

I do hip replacements in patients in their 40s and 50s when appropriate.
It’s about quality of life—not just age.
Questions? Drop them below.

03/20/2026

Ever wonder what those parts are on your X-ray after knee replacement?
Here’s the femur
Here’s the tibia
And here’s the space where the insert sits
All working together to restore motion.

03/19/2026

Not all cartilage damage is the same — and not every knee is a candidate for MACI.

MACI is designed for focal defects, not arthritis.

Once the cartilage is thinning over a broader area, the environment just isn’t right for those new cells to thrive.

Understanding what’s really happening in your knee is the first step to the right treatment.

Ask your orthopedic surgeon if your pain is from a focal defect or arthritis.

🩶 Dr. Jennifer Wood
Hip & Knee Specialist
Recovery Simplified | Expert Joint Care

03/18/2026

What is this “plastic” piece in a knee replacement?
It’s called polyethylene—and it’s what allows the joint to move smoothly.
Not all of them are the same.
Some are designed to replace a ligament (PCL), while others work with your natural ligament.
These are two common examples—and the choice depends on your anatomy and stability.
— Dr. Jennifer Wood
Hip & Knee Replacement | OrthoConnecticut
📍Western Connecticut + nearby NY
📞 203-797-1500