Podcasts
IBJI OrthoInform is a podcast from Illinois Bone & Joint Institute designed with patients in mind. Orthopedic physicians from IBJI explain what patients need to know about orthopedic conditions and treatments, including what to expect before and after surgery.
Current Podcast
Knee Preservation vs. Replacement with Alexander J. Tauchen, MD
In this episode of OrthoInform, Dr. Eric Chehab and Dr. Alexander Tauchen discuss managing knee arthritis, noting that patients are often surprised by the diagnosis since the condition can remain asymptomatic until a minor injury triggers significant pain. Dr. Tauchen advocates for a "joint preservation" approach first, utilizing activity modification, weight loss, physical therapy, and injections like cortisone or visco-supplementation. While acknowledging the popularity of biologics like PRP and stem cells, he cautions that there is no clinical data proving they can regrow cartilage in "bone-on-bone" cases. Ultimately, surgery—whether a partial replacement to preserve natural ligaments or a total replacement for widespread disease—is reserved for when a patient is "sick and tired of being sick and tired" and seeks to restore their daily quality of life.
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Episode 37In this episode of IBJI’s OrthoInform, host Dr. Eric Chehab is joined by foot and ankle specialist Dr. Akshay Jain to discuss common foot and an... Read more -
Episode 36In this episode of IBJI’s OrthoInform, Dr. Eric Chehab is joined by licensed massage therapist and acupuncturist Yvonne Gonzalez to discuss the ... Read more -
Episode 35Join Dr. Craig Phillips from Illinois Bone & Joint Institute as he discusses non-invasive versus invasive surgical options for the hand and upper ... Read more