At AppOrtho, in many cases we can say goodbye to back pain for good, thanks to a simple outpatient procedure known as a kyphoplasty. Read More: Easy as kyphoplasty: End back pain with a simple procedure
At AppOrtho, we understand that no one likes to think about knee replacement surgery. That’s why we are pleased to present a new and less-invasive treatment option that involves using the patient’s own cells to repair cartilage in the knee. Read More: Orthobiologics: Use your body’s own cells to repair knee cartilage
Have you ever noticed that there seems to be a direct correlation between a person’s age and the amount of time they spend talking about their health? Think about those who are a bit more beautifully seasoned in life, outside of the weather and their grandkids, health related concerns often…
read moreSelect AppOrtho physicians are specially trained to perform the NAVIO robotic-assisted knee surgery. Read More: NAVIO®-Trained Surgeons
For people suffering from knee pain caused by osteoarthritis, whose damage is limited to a single compartment or area of the knee, partial knee replacement may be an option because it preserves healthy bone and ligaments while replacing the damaged area. Read More: NAVIO® Partial Knee Replacement Surgery
AppOrtho is the first and only orthopedics practice in western NC to offer robotics-assisted partial and total knee replacement using the NAVIO® surgical system, only at Watauga Medical Center. Read More: Navio Robotic-Assisted Knee Surgery
Pain in the shoulder can present itself in many different ways, which can be overwhelming and confusing. Orthopedic surgeon Dr. Benjamin Parker provides information and possible treatment options for common causes of shoulder pain. Read More: Why does my shoulder hurt? An orthopedic surgeon weighs in
Keep your orthopedic surgery in Boone. It’s good to know our surgeons specialize in arthroscopy, total joint replacement, hand, spine, knee & shoulder. Read More: Don’t leave the mountain for surgery
