Will Walking on a Torn Meniscus Make It Worse?
Medically reviewed by Eric L. Giang, DO | Reviewed May 2026 I see a version of this scenario often in my Modesto practice. A patient
Nutritional Preparation for Surgery: What I Tell My Patients
Medically reviewed by Eric L. Giang, DO | Reviewed May 2026 When a patient comes to see me at my Modesto office, preparing for shoulder
Cortisone vs. PRP Injections: Which Is Right for You?
Medically reviewed by Eric L. Giang, DO | Reviewed June 2026 One of the most common questions I hear from patients at my Modesto practice
What Causes Runner’s Knee and How to Prevent It
If you’ve ever experienced persistent pain around your kneecap after a run, you might be dealing with runner’s knee. This condition, medically known as patellofemoral
Protein Intake for Healing
When patients come in after a shoulder replacement, hip procedure, knee surgery, or another kind of surgery, the conversation usually centers on pain, mobility, and
Patellar Dislocation
If you’ve ever felt your kneecap slip out of place, you know it’s a moment that gets your attention fast. A patellar dislocation can be
Hip Replacement Recovery: Tips for a Faster Return
I’ve seen patients come through my practice who had spent years dealing with chronic hip pain, struggling to walk, sleep comfortably, or enjoy activities that
Shoulder Problems from Sleeping on Side
Side sleeping is one of the most common sleep positions. Many people prefer it for comfort, and some health experts even suggest it may benefit
Platelet-Rich Plasma Injections in the Hip
Hip pain can limit your ability to walk, exercise, or even sit comfortably. For many patients exploring non-surgical options, platelet-rich plasma injections in the hip
Preventing Shoulder Surgery Problems
Shoulder surgery can be a turning point. For many patients, it offers a path back to daily activities they thought they had lost. But like
