Justin LaReau MD

10/21/2025

What to know about knee stiffness.

A stiff knee is a common complaint, especially among older adults and those who are very physically active. Knee stiffness can occur due to low flexibility or muscular imbalances in the legs, injury, or arthritis. The most suitable treatment for knee stiffness depends on the underlying cause.

10/21/2025

Proud to have completed another Chicago Olympic Triathlon this August! 🏊🚴🏃

The course along Chicago’s iconic waterfront is always an incredible experience — nearly a mile swim in Burnham Harbor, a 25-mile bike on Lakeshore Drive, and a 10K run on the Lakefront Path.

After more than 10 years of competing, I’ve learned firsthand that even with well-balanced training, orthopedic injuries can happen to anyone — myself included! Those experiences have given me a deeper appreciation for recovery, rehabilitation, and the importance of adapting to challenges over time.

It’s been especially meaningful to share this event with my family — from racing alongside my dad in the past to now cheering on my son in the Chicago Children’s Triathlon. Physical activity truly fuels both body and mind.

As we say at IBJI — move better, live better! 💪
Read more: https://www.justinlareaumd.com/in-news/ibji-surgeon-completes-chicago-olympic-triathlon/?pl=1082&plp=61752

10/01/2025

How small changes in walking technique may help treat knee osteoarthritis.

Gait analysis and pain measures show that subtly adjusting the angle of the foot during walking may reduce knee pain caused by osteoarthritis.

09/24/2025

The Femoral Head Edema Zone: A Novel Classification Scheme to Better Predict Osteonecrosis Progression.

This study proposed a new classification, the Edema Zone classification, that uses Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) images to grade the extent of edema in osteonecrosis of the femoral head (ONFH).

09/17/2025

Total hip arthroplasty versus hemiarthroplasty for displaced femoral neck fracture: an overview of systematic reviews.

Hip arthroplasties for the treatment of displaced femoral neck fractures in adults can be total replacement or hemiarthroplasty. Despite the large number of studies on the topic, the best choice of arthroplasty to be used remains unclear.

09/11/2025

Remember. Never forget. #911

09/10/2025

Total Knee Arthroplasty After a Previous Patellectomy: A Case Report With a Six-Month Follow-Up and a Review of the Literature.

Total knee arthroplasty (TKA) is a widely performed surgical intervention for the treatment of knee osteoarthritis. However, various patient-specific factors altering the biomechanics can influence the surgical technique and the postoperative outcomes.

09/08/2025

8 Tips for Healthy Bones.

It’s a fact of life: As you age, your bones become thinner and lose their density. Fortunately, you can take steps early on to strengthen your bone health and prevent osteopenia (bone thinning) and osteoporosis (late-stage bone loss). Bone health starts with proper nutrition, exercise and healthy ...

09/04/2025

Hip resurfacing may be effective for younger, active men with osteoarthritis.

Published results showed a hip resurfacing implant may be an effective treatment option for younger, active men with osteoarthritis.

09/01/2025

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

08/05/2025

Appreciate the spotlight from IBJI! Grateful to stay active, set new goals, and keep pushing forward - on and off the bike. 🚴‍♂️💪

🌟 Spotlight Friday 🌟 Ever wonder how our physicians stay active outside the clinic?

Meet Justin M. LaReau, MD, who recently completed the Barry-Roubaix, the world’s largest gravel road bike race! 🚴‍♂️💪

What inspired him to take on the challenge?
“I always enjoy scheduling races in the spring. It helps me to have a goal to drive my training during the long Midwest winters.”

How did he prepare?
Given the weather and surgery schedule, I did most of my foundational work on an indoor trainer. I would ride 40 miles before taking my kids to school, then do 20 more miles after dropping them off! It's important to cross train, so I mixed in strength training as well.

“I challenge myself to continually adapt and push my limits. Because of an orthopedic injury to my knee, I had to pause my Ironman triathlons—the running was too painful.”

08/05/2025

Grateful for the chance to combine learning with movement! After attending an orthopedic conference with Dr. Hurbanek, we hit the trails to stay active and enjoy the view.

👟 Staying active—on and off the clock!
Dr. LaReau and Dr. Hurbanek recently attended an orthopedic conference and took advantage of the scenery with a post-event hike. At IBJI, our physicians don’t just treat active lifestyles—they live them! 💪💚