- Osteoporosis
- ArthritisOccasionally arthroscopy is used in inflammatory conditions (e.g. Rheumatoid Arthritis) to help reduce the amount of inflamed synovium (joint lining) that is producing excess joint fluid. This procedure is called a synovectomy. After the surgery a drain is inserted into the knee and patients generally require one or two nights in hospital.
- Medical Weight LossPrior to surgery you will usually have tried some simple treatments such as simple analgesics, weight loss, anti-inflammatory medications, modification of your activities, walking sticks, physiotherapy.
- Family PracticeHis son Richard (1932 -- ) joined the practice during 1962. He succeeded his father as the leader of the practice after his father retired during 1969. Richard has become a nationally respected leader in the search for the prevention and cure of arthritis. He served as the Director of Orthopaedic Training on Arthritis at what was then called the Cincinnati General Hospital. He has retired from the family practice, but serves on the staff of the Veterans Administration Hospital of Cincinnati.
- Pneumonia
- Internal MedicineDr. Roth is a member of the community of physicians who mentor future generations of orthopaedic surgeons. He has served as a Clinical Instructor in Orthopaedic Surgery and as an Assistant Clinical Professor of Family Medicine at the University of Cincinnati. He serves as a Clinical Instructor in Internal Medicine at the Jewish Hospital.
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- UltrasoundA routine X-Ray of the knee, which includes a standing weight-bearing view is usually required. An MRI scan which looks at the cartilages and soft tissues may be needed if the diagnosis is unclear. There is little value in the use of Ultrasound in investigating knee problems.
- MRIAn MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) can be helpful if there is doubt as well as to look for damage to other structures within the knee.
- X-Rays
- Computed TomographyYour surgeon will send you for routine blood tests to rule out infection, CT scan to look closer at the anatomy, and bone scans to help to determine if a component is loose.
- General SurgeryDr. Willis specializes in hand and upper extremity surgery. He completed a fellowship in Hand Surgery at the University of Louisville, his internship at Sinai Hospital of Detroit, and his residencies in general surgery and orthopaedic surgery at the University of Cincinnati Medical Center. He received his M.D. degree from the University of Michigan. He has been certified in Orthopaedic Surgery and Hand Surgery by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
- OrthopedicsFreiberg Orthopaedics helped give the term a much broader definition. Dr. Albert Freiberg founded what is now called Freiberg Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine during 1890, making us the oldest orthopaedic practice in the Tri-State area. According to Dr. Frank E. Kugler, M.D., writing in the Cincinnati Journal of Medicine (Vol. 57, No. 1, January, 1976), "Dr. Albert H. Freiberg (1868-1940) was the best known early orthopedist in Cincinnati, and probably contributed more than any other to the growth of orthopedics in this area".
- ArthroscopyArthroscopy is a surgical procedure in which an arthroscope is inserted into a joint. Arthroscopy is a term that comes from two Greek words, arthro-, meaning joint, and -skopein, meaning to examine.
- Bunion Surgery
- Joint ReplacementDr. Swank is the President and Medical Director of the Cincinnati Orthopaedic research Institute, the Medical Director of the Joint Replacement Center at the Jewish hospital, and volunteer Assistant Professor in the Department of Orthopaedics at the University of Cincinnati. U.C. Orthopedic residents train under Dr. Swank to learn his surgical techniques in Computer Navigation and the most current Hip and Knee replacement technology.
- Arthritis Surgery
- Hand SurgeryDr. Willis has been a presenter on the topic of hand surgery for numerous organizations, including the American College of Surgeons, the North American Medical and Dental Association, the Midwest Trauma Society, the Clinical Orthopaedic Society, and the American academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons.
- ArthroscopyDr. Jolson is an active member of the Arthroscopy Association of North America, having served as an Associate Master Instructor at the Orthopaedic Learning Center since its inception during 1993. He instructs orthopaedic physicians from around the world in simple to very complex (small incision) surgical techniques performed to repair tendons and ligaments in the shoulder. Because of his well-known expertise, he has served as an instructor in similar topics at meetings of other orthopaedic organizations throughout the United States.
- Hip ReplacementTotal Hip Replacement (THR) procedure replaces all or part of the hip joint with an artificial device (prosthesis) to eliminate pain and restore joint movement.
- Knee ReplacementA Total Knee Replacement (TKR) or Total Knee Arthroplasty is a surgery that replaces an arthritic knee joint with artificial metal or plastic replacement parts called the ‘prostheses'.
- Knee ArthroscopyThe arthroscope is a fiber-optic telescope that can be inserted into a joint (commonly the knee, shoulder and ankle) to evaluate and treat a number of conditions. A camera is attached to the arthroscope and the picture is visualized on a TV monitor. Most arthroscopic surgery is performed as day surgery and is usually done under general anesthesia. Knee arthroscopy is common, and millions of procedures are performed each year around the world.
- Cyst
- Sports MedicinePlease remember that medical information provided by Freiberg Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine and Your Practice Online, in the absence of a visit with a health care professional, must be considered as an educational service only. The information sent through e-mail should not be relied upon as a medical consultation. This mechanism is not designed to replace a physician's independent judgement about the appropriateness or risks of a procedure for a given patient. We will do our best to provide you with information that will help you make your own health care decisions.
- Physical TherapyThe arthroscope can be used to treat problems relating to kneecap disorders, particularly mal-tracking and significant surface cartilage tears. Patients may need to stay overnight if a lateral release has been performed as knee swelling is quite common. The majority of common kneecap problems can be treated with physical therapy and rehabilitation.
- Tennis Elbow
- Neck Pain
- Back Pain
- Podiatric Deformities