Taking On an Achilles Tendon Rupture
An Achilles tendon rupture can have a significant impact on the life of any athlete or active person because this strong, fibrous tissue connects the calf muscles to the heel bone. At Palm Beach Orthopaedic Institute, our sports medicine experts provide a range of treatment options to help you regain mobility and get back on your feet.
ACL Injuries: A Concern for Female Athletes
A sudden pivot, plant, or cut can lead to a severe knee injury like an ACL tear. Young female athletes face a significantly higher risk of knee injuries compared to male athletes. Read on to learn more details on this issue from our sports medicine doctors at Palm Beach Orthopaedic Institute.
Medical robots assisting in surgery at PBGMC, surgeons reporting quicker recovery
Medical robots assisting in surgery at PBGMC, surgeons reporting quicker recovery. The new technology is helping patients get back on their feet faster, and in some cases, patients are taking fewer painkillers post-surgery.
Dr. Michael Leighton Recognized as Top Doctor in Palm Beach Gardens by Palm Beach Illustrated Magazine
Dr. Michael Leighton is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon who has been practicing in Palm Beach County for 25 years. He specializes in sports medicine and arthroscopic surgery of the knee and shoulder, as well as total joint arthroplasty of the knee, hip, and shoulder.
Patient summits Half Dome in Yosemite following Total Knee Replacement
Just 9.5 months post op from a Total Knee Replacement performed by Total Joint specialist, Dr. Andrew Noble, 70 year old Bob Root, went against the odds and conquered the 17-mile Half Dome hike in Yosemite National Park for his milestone birthday.