Sean Baran, MD

09/11/2025

Remember. Never forget. #911

09/01/2025

Happy Labor Day! We hope you and your family enjoy your time off!

08/19/2025

Tests for AC Joint Separation.

The AC Compression Test is used by your physical therapist to determine if you have a shoulder separation.

08/15/2025

Disease-specific outcomes may be more sensitive to change in patellofemoral instability.

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Disease-specific patient-reported outcome instruments are more sensitive to change vs. region-specific instruments in assessing adolescent patellofemoral instability cases, according to data presented here.“Going forward, it would make sense to use the [Banff Patellofe...

08/12/2025

Medial Meniscus Root Tears: Management With Single-Tunnel Repair and Meniscus Centralization.

Background Meniscus root tears (MRTs) are radial tears located near the anterior or posterior meniscotibial attachment, which are often underdiagnosed and associated with accelerated knee osteoarthritis (OA). Medial meniscus posterior root tears (MMPRTs), frequently observed in middle-aged women, le...

08/05/2025

Are Topical Anti-Inflammatory Creams Worth the Rub?

Topical short-term, over-the-counter and prescription anti-inflammatories reduce localized pain, swelling and inflammation when used in small amounts. A physiatrist explains how they work.

07/29/2025

SLAP Tear of the Shoulder.

A SLAP tear of the shoulder is an injury to the labrum of the shoulder joint. SLAP tears typically cause pain when performing overhead activities.

07/23/2025

Exercises and stretches for hip pain.

Gentle stretches and exercise can often help relieve hip pain. Discover 14 hip exercises that can strengthen the muscles, restore mobility, and ease pain.

07/04/2025

Wishing you and your family a Happy Independence Day!

05/26/2025

This Memorial Day, we remember and honor those who gave their lives in service to our nation.

05/12/2025

How ACL and PCL Injuries Differ.

Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) and posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) injuries have similar symptoms but differ in cause, severity, incidence, and treatment.