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A healthcare professional examining a patient’s knee to assess pain and mobility issues caused by a bone chip in the knee at Dr. Burke Orthopedics in Houston.

Bone Chip in the Knee: Recognizing the Discomfort Experience

Bone Chip in the Knee – Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment Explained The knee joint is a remarkable system of bones, cartilage, ligaments, and tendons that allow for strength, stability, and mobility. When a bone chip (loose body) forms within the knee, it can lead to pain, swelling, and a sense of instability.At Dr. Burke […]

Orthopedic doctor showing a patient an anatomical knee model to explain ligament tears and injury treatment options

What’s the Worst Knee Ligament to Tear: Insights for Athletes

The Impact of Knee Ligament Tears on Your Activity An injury to the knee ligaments can have a major impact on everyday movement and athletic performance. These strong bands of connective tissue stabilize your knee joint — and when torn or overstretched, they can cause pain, instability, and reduced mobility. At Dr. Burke Orthopedics, serving […]

Man holding his knee due to pain and stiffness caused by loose bodies in the joint before orthopedic evaluation (do loos bodies go away)

Do Loose Bodies Go Away? Find Out the Real Answer

Do Loose Bodies Go Away? Understanding Natural Resolution and Treatment Options Loose bodies in joints — small fragments of bone or cartilage that move freely within the joint space — can cause discomfort, stiffness, and locking sensations that affect mobility. While some fragments may remain stable or even dissolve over time, others may persist and […]