Knee Care

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Orthopedic care for knee injuries and conditions

Most knee injuries will heal with rest. The most common knee injuries are strains to ligaments like the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) and the medial collateral ligament (MCL). Orthopedic surgeons use a variety of advanced techniques to heal knee injuries and joint pain. Treatment for mild injuries is often rest, ice, compression, and elevation, also known as R.I.C.E. Other treatments include physical therapy, anti-inflammatory medication, cream or injection, and electrical stimulation. In some cases, surgery may be needed to repair severe damage.

What are the symptoms of a knee injury?

A knee injury can cause pain going up and down stairs, tenderness and swelling, and the knee may buckle or lock in place. Your knee is the largest joint in the body and one of the most active. It is best to get a proper diagnosis and treatment plan from an orthopedic doctor, also called a knee doctor.

Knee ligament strains to the ACL or MCL can occur during daily activities but are experienced by athletes more often. You may also experience knee pain from a lifetime of use or the onset of arthritis. Other knee injuries include a meniscus tear when the cartilage that acts as the knee's shock absorber is torn.

Services

ACL Reconstruction

ACL Reconstruction

The ACL is the ligament in the knee that controls rotation and forward movement of the tibia (shin bone), and is the most common ligament to be injured. ACL reconstruction is a surgical treatment to restore stability at the knee joint.

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Cartilage Restoration Surgery

Cartilage Restoration Surgery

Cartilage restoration is a procedure to stimulate the growth of new cartilage.

Fracture Surgery

Fracture Surgery

Fracture surgery is used to stabilize and heal a broken bone.

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Knee Arthroscopy

Knee Arthroscopy

Arthroscopy is a minimally invasive procedure, which means it uses only small incisions, used to diagnose and treat conditions that affect joints in the knees.

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Knee Replacement

Knee Replacement

Knee replacement surgery removes the damaged parts of your knee joint and replaces them with new, artificial parts. If your knee causes you pain because of arthritis, injury or age, knee replacement surgery is option to reduce the pain.

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Meniscus Surgery (Repair, Partial Meniscectomy)

Meniscus Surgery (Repair, Partial Meniscectomy)

Meniscus Surgery (Repair, Partial Meniscectomy) is a procedure to remove or repair a torn meniscus.

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Partial Knee Replacement

Partial Knee Replacement

When your knee is badly damaged by disease or injury, an partial knee replacement may be considered. The affected areas are replaced by an artificial implant.

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Surgical Treatment of Patellar Dislocation

Surgical Treatment of Patellar Dislocation

Procedure to repair a patella dislocation, which occurs when the knee cap pops sideways out of its vertical groove at the knee joint, usually caused by force, from a collision, a fall or a bad step.

Conditions

ACL Tear

ACL Tear

The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) of the knee is one of four knee ligaments that stabilize the knee, and is one of the most common ligaments to be injured. The ACL is often stretched or torn during a sudden twisting motion, or when the feet stay planted one way, but the knees turn the other way.

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Arthritis

Arthritis

Arthritis and other rheumatic diseases are characterized by pain, swelling, and limited movement in joints and connective tissues in the body.

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Cartilage Injury

Cartilage Injury

Torn cartilage is a common knee problem that can often occur with sprains. Treatment may involve wearing a brace during an activity to protect the knee from further injury. Surgery may be needed to repair or remove the tear.

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Fractures

Fractures

A fracture is a partial or complete break in the bone caused by falls, injury, or as a result of a direct hit or kick to the body. Fractures most often happen when more force is applied to the bone than the bone can take.

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Meniscus Tear

Meniscus Tear

Meniscus tears can happen during a sudden rotating movement while bearing weight, such as when twisting the upper leg while the foot stays in one place during an activity, or can develop over time (degenerative).

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Other Ligament Injuries (MCL, PCL, etc.)

Other Ligament Injuries (MCL, PCL, etc.)

Ligaments are bands of tough, elastic connective tissue that surround a joint to give support and limit the joint's movement. When ligaments are damaged, the knee joint may become unstable. Ligament damage often happens from a sports injury. A torn ligament severely limits proper knee movement. This results in the inability to pivot, turn, or twist the leg. Surgery is a choice to fix a torn ligament if other treatment does not work.

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Patellar Dislocation

Patellar Dislocation

A patella dislocation occurs when the knee cap pops sideways out of its vertical groove at the knee joint, usually caused by force, from a collision, a fall or a bad step.

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Locations & Providers

  • ARC Cedar Park Building B
    801 East Whitestone Boulevard
    Building B
    Cedar Park, TX 78613
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    • Matthew D. Driscoll, MD
      Matthew Driscoll
      Matthew D. Driscoll, MD
      Orthopedics Hip CareKnee CareShoulder CareSports Medicine
      4.8

      Accepting new patients Ages Seen: 0 - 99

    • Amy E. Hutchison, PA
      Amy Hutchison
      Amy E. Hutchison, PA
      Orthopedics Hip CareKnee CareHip & Knee Replacement Surgery
      4.9

      Accepting new patients Ages Seen: 55 - 99

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    • David H. Michel, MD
      David Michel, MD
      David H. Michel, MD
      Orthopedics Hip CareKnee CareHip & Knee Replacement Surgery
      4.9

      Accepting new patients Ages Seen: 18 - 99

    • Daniel D. Piligian, PA-C
      Daniel Piligian, PA-C
      Daniel D. Piligian, PA-C
      Orthopedics Hip CareKnee CareShoulder CareSports MedicineNon-surgical Sports & Musculoskeletal Medicine
      4.9

      Accepting new patients Ages Seen: 12 - 99

  • ARC Far West
    6835 Austin Center Boulevard
    Austin, TX 78731
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    • Jeffrey R. Padalecki, MD
      Jeffrey Padalecki, MD
      Jeffrey R. Padalecki, MD
      Orthopedics Hip CareKnee CareShoulder CareSports Medicine
      4.8

      Accepting new patients Ages Seen: 0 - 99

  • ARC Medical Park Tower Orthopedics
    1301 West 38th Street
    Suite 102
    Austin, TX 78705
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    • Michael A. Andreo, MD
      Michael Andreo
      Michael A. Andreo, MD
      Orthopedics Hip CareKnee CareSports MedicineHip & Knee Replacement Surgery
      4.9

      Accepting new patients Ages Seen: 0 - 99

    • Matthew D. Driscoll, MD
      Matthew Driscoll
      Matthew D. Driscoll, MD
      Orthopedics Hip CareKnee CareShoulder CareSports Medicine
      4.8

      Accepting new patients Ages Seen: 0 - 99

    • Erin F. Dunlap, MD
      Erin Dunlap
      Erin F. Dunlap, MD
      Orthopedics Hip CareKnee CareHip & Knee Replacement Surgery
      4.9

      Accepting new patients Ages Seen: 18 - 99

    • Amy E. Hutchison, PA
      Amy Hutchison
      Amy E. Hutchison, PA
      Orthopedics Hip CareKnee CareHip & Knee Replacement Surgery
      4.9

      Accepting new patients Ages Seen: 55 - 99

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    • Jenna L. Kavanaugh, MPAS, PA-C
      Jenna Kavanaugh
      Jenna L. Kavanaugh, MPAS, PA-C
      Orthopedics Hip CareKnee CareShoulder CareSports Medicine
      4.9

      Accepting new patients Ages Seen: 16 - 99

    • David H. Michel, MD
      David Michel, MD
      David H. Michel, MD
      Orthopedics Hip CareKnee CareHip & Knee Replacement Surgery
      4.9

      Accepting new patients Ages Seen: 18 - 99

    • Jeffrey R. Padalecki, MD
      Jeffrey Padalecki, MD
      Jeffrey R. Padalecki, MD
      Orthopedics Hip CareKnee CareShoulder CareSports Medicine
      4.8

      Accepting new patients Ages Seen: 0 - 99

    • Daniel D. Piligian, PA-C
      Daniel Piligian, PA-C
      Daniel D. Piligian, PA-C
      Orthopedics Hip CareKnee CareShoulder CareSports MedicineNon-surgical Sports & Musculoskeletal Medicine
      4.9

      Accepting new patients Ages Seen: 12 - 99

  • ARC Round Rock
    940 Hesters Crossing Road
    Round Rock, TX 78681
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    • Matthew D. Driscoll, MD
      Matthew Driscoll
      Matthew D. Driscoll, MD
      Orthopedics Hip CareKnee CareShoulder CareSports Medicine
      4.8

      Accepting new patients Ages Seen: 0 - 99

    • Amy E. Hutchison, PA
      Amy Hutchison
      Amy E. Hutchison, PA
      Orthopedics Hip CareKnee CareHip & Knee Replacement Surgery
      4.9

      Accepting new patients Ages Seen: 55 - 99

      Book Now
    • David H. Michel, MD
      David Michel, MD
      David H. Michel, MD
      Orthopedics Hip CareKnee CareHip & Knee Replacement Surgery
      4.9

      Accepting new patients Ages Seen: 18 - 99

    • Daniel D. Piligian, PA-C
      Daniel Piligian, PA-C
      Daniel D. Piligian, PA-C
      Orthopedics Hip CareKnee CareShoulder CareSports MedicineNon-surgical Sports & Musculoskeletal Medicine
      4.9

      Accepting new patients Ages Seen: 12 - 99

  • ARC Southwest
    1807 West Slaughter Lane
    Suite 490
    Austin, TX 78748
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    • Erin F. Dunlap, MD
      Erin Dunlap
      Erin F. Dunlap, MD
      Orthopedics Hip CareKnee CareHip & Knee Replacement Surgery
      4.9

      Accepting new patients Ages Seen: 18 - 99

    • Jeffrey R. Padalecki, MD
      Jeffrey Padalecki, MD
      Jeffrey R. Padalecki, MD
      Orthopedics Hip CareKnee CareShoulder CareSports Medicine
      4.8

      Accepting new patients Ages Seen: 0 - 99

Resources

ARC Orthopedic Health Library

Orthopedic health and wellness resources to help provide additional information on common Orthopedic disorders or conditions.

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