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Missoula Bone & Joint welcomes three new physicians to our team; Dr. Gholson, Dr. Kruer, and Dr. Witte. We are so pleased to expand our services and continue to provide quality orthopedic care right here in Western Montana. Dr. Gholson and Dr.Witte will start seeing patients August 19th, 2019 and Dr. Kruer will join us…
A Baker’s cyst, also called a popliteal cyst, is an abnormal swelling in the depression in the back of the knee joint. This condition is usually the result of something else going on in the knee joint, hence it is recommended that you have a consultation with an orthopedic physician who specializes in treatment of…
The knee is a complex hinge joint providing flexion and extension movement at the knee joint. It is formed where the thigh bone and the shin bone meet. The patella or knee cap is at the front of the knee and acts as a glide for the patella tendon that attaches to the quadricep muscle….
Dr. Gary Willstein uses the knee model in clinic today to explain to a patient about the role of the ACL, Anterior Cruciate Ligament. The ACL is one of the four ligaments in the knee joint that provides stabilization. It crosses from front to back across the knee joint, connecting the tibia (shin) bone to the…
Doctor Michael Wright, Orthopedic Sports Medicine Surgeon, is joined by Scott Doherty, Physician Assistant, at Missoula Bone & Joint Surgery Center. Dr. Wright was on his way into surgery to perform a Posterior Cruciate Ligament, PCL, repair of the knee joint. The knee is structurally complex. It is held together by four ligaments (ACL, PCL, MCL, LCL) and two tendons…
Autogenous Chondrocyte Implantation (ACI) is a procedure used to treat painful cartilage defects, primarily in the knee. This procedure is best suited for young patients without preexisting arthritis in their joint. The procedure is performed in two stages. In the first stage, a small sample of cartilage is harvested during knee arthroscopy. The sample is…
Whether sitting, standing, or moving about, core strength is important for overall function and movement of our bodies. Often times when trying to improve core strength, variations of abdominal crunches come to mind. However, there are more functional and effective exercises to help you achieve the increased core strength you’re looking for. The area…
Based upon your history, x-rays and physical exam, your orthopedic surgeon can make some general recommendations. However, you will know when the time is right for you. We will ask you to decide if your discomfort, stiffness, and inability to perform tasks justify undergoing surgery. There is no harm in waiting to have surgery…
Have you been experiencing pain in the anterior (front) portion of your knee? Do you find it frustrating not being able to correlate it with a specific event? As physical therapists, knee pain is a very common diagnosis that we see every day. Anterior knee pain without a mechanism of injury is likely related to…
Do you have knee pain or hip pain and wondering how a total joint replacement can help you continue to do the things you love? Dr. Gary Willstein is giving a free community talk on Thursday, August 31st at 2 pm at The Village Senior Residence, 2815 Old Fort Road, Missoula. He will discuss knee…
