Robert Duerr MD

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.

05/11/2025

Happy Mother’s Day!

01/31/2025

Does altered gait following anterior cruciate ligament surgery contribute to additional knee problems?

For people with an injured anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) in the knee, surgical ACL reconstruction (ACLR) is an effective treatment for restoring joint stability. However, many treated patients still develop additional long-term knee problems, such as knee osteoarthritis.

01/24/2025

Examination of the Knee.

A knee examination is usually the first step in determining the cause of knee pain. During this exam, your healthcare provider may do knee tests designed to evaluate knee function and range of motion.

01/17/2025

Rotator Cuff Tear: Warning Signs and the Healing Process.

A rotator cuff tear is marked by damage to one (or more) of the four tendons that stabilize the shoulder joint. Warning signs of a torn rotator cuff are typically felt in the shoulder area. Both partial rotator cuff tears and complete, full-thickness rotator cuff tears (FTRCTs) can make arm movement...

01/10/2025

Sling immobilization may improve sleep quality vs. bracing after rotator cuff surgery.

Sling immobilization for 6 weeks after arthroscopic rotator cuff repair yielded improved sleep quality, decreased anxiety and increased satisfaction with similar clinical outcomes compared with abduction brace use, according to study data.

01/07/2025

Symptoms and Treatment of Different Types of Kneecap Injuries.

A kneecap injury can happen from a blow to the knee or a fall. Some injuries can also occur due to overuse. When you injure your kneecap—also called your patella—there may be damage to the surrounding soft tissues, such as a patellar tendon tear, or a fracture to the bone.

01/03/2025

Knee problems tend to flare up as you age—an orthopedic specialist explains available treatment options.

Knee injuries are common in athletes, accounting for 41% of all athletic injuries. But knee injuries aren't limited to competitive athletes. In our everyday lives, an accident or a quick movement in the wrong direction can injure the knee and require medical treatment. A quarter of the adult populat...

01/01/2025

Wishing you and your family a happy and healthy new year! #2025

12/24/2024

When Not to Have Rotator Cuff Surgery.

Rotator cuff tears may require surgery to repair, but they can often heal with rest, physical therapy, and medication when needed. Discuss with your orthopedist when to have or not have rotator cuff surgery.

12/23/2024

Happy Holidays! We wish you and your family a joyful holiday season!