by Dr. Harold Cates | May 2, 2016 | Hip, Patient Education
Dad’s still in the game after MS leads to hip surgery Kendrick Tate picks up a basketball, slowly dribbles his way to the far side of the court just beyond the three-point circle. In one smooth, arching flick of the wrist, the ball strips the net. Whoosh! What’s...
by Dr. Harold Cates | Aug 15, 2011 | Fracture Care, Total Joint Replacement
Osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common form of arthritis and a leading cause of joint pain in adults over 50. This degenerative joint condition develops gradually as the protective cartilage that cushions the ends of bones begins to wear down. Without that smooth...
by Dr. Harold Cates | Jul 18, 2011 | Total Joint Replacement
What is Arthritis? By: Harold E. Cates, Jr. M.D. Arthritis is a disease that affects over 46 million adults and children. But it’s not just one disease. It is actually a term used to describe over 100 medical conditions. Each of us should educate ourselves about...