Patient Education
- Total Joint Surgery
- Hip
- Knee
- Shoulder
- Foot & Ankle
- Spine
- Sports Medicine
- Arthroscopy
- General
- Videos & Animations
- Useful Links
Total Joint Surgery
Hip
- Hip Anatomy and Function
- Total Hip Replacement – Anterior Approach
- Activities After Hip Replacement
- Hip Arthroscopy
- Hip Bursitis
- Hip Fracture
- Osteoarthritis of the Hip
- Total Hip Replacement
- Total Hip Replacement Exercise Guide
Knee
- Knee Anatomy and Function
- Total Knee Joint Replacement
- Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Injury
- ACL Injury: Does It Require Surgery?
- Activities After a Knee Replacement
- Adolescent Anterior Knee Pain
- Arthritis of the Knee
- Knee Arthroscopy
- Knee Arthroscopy Exercise Guide
- Knee Replacement Implants
- Knee Replacement Exercise Guide
- Prepatellar (Kneecap) Bursitis
- Meniscal Tear
- Minimally Invasive Total Knee Replacement
- Osgood-Schlatter Disease (Knee Pain)
- Unicompartmental Knee Replacement
- Quadriceps Tendon Tear
- Runner’s Knee (Patellofemoral Pain)
- Viscosupplementation Treatment for Arthritis
Shoulder
- Shoulder Anatomy and Function
- Arthritis of the Shoulder
- Biceps Tendon Tear at the Shoulder
- Clavicle Fracture (Broken Collarbone)
- Chronic Shoulder Instability
- Dislocated Shoulder
- Frozen Shoulder
- Rotator Cuff Tears: Frequently Asked Questions
- Rotator Cuff Tears
- Shoulder Pain and Common Shoulder Problems
- Shoulder Impingement/Rotator Cuff Tendinitis
- Shoulder Joint Tear (Glenoid Labrum Tear)
- Shoulder Pain
- Shoulder Separation
- Shoulder Surgery
- Shoulder Surgery Exercise Guide
Foot & Ankle
- Achilles Tendinitis
- Athletic Shoes
- Broken/Fractured Ankle
- Plantar Fasciitis and Bone Spurs
- Sprained Ankle
- Stress Fractures of the Foot and Ankle
Spine
- The Anatomy of the Spine
- Degenerative Disc Disease
- Herniated Disk
- Spinal Stenosis
- Herniated Disk Information
- Low Back Pain
- Low Back Pain Exercise Guide
- Lumbar Disk Herniation
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
- Sciatica Information
Sports Medicine
- ACL Tear Reconstruction
- ACL Tear Reconstruction with Hamstring
- Bursitis of the Hip
- Runner’s Knee (Patellofemoral Pain)
- Shinsplints
- Understanding Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Injury
- Understanding Rotator Cuff Injury
- Understanding Meniscal Tears
- Aerobic Exercise
- Athletic Shoes
- Starting a Strength Training Program
- Cross Training
- Flexibility Exercises for Young Athletes
- Exercise Walking
- Warm Up, Cool Down and Be Flexible
- Hamstring Muscle Injuries
- Meniscal Tears
- Muscle Contusion (Bruise)
- Muscle Cramp
- Muscle Strains in the Thigh
- Return to Play
- Biceps Tendon Tear at the Elbow
- Shin Splints
- Shoulder Separation
- Sprains, Strains, and Other Soft-Tissue Injuries
- Stress Fractures
- Stress Fractures of the Foot and Ankle
- Tips for a Safe Running Program
Arthroscopy
General
- Care of Casts and Splints
- X-rays, CT Scans and MRIs
- Fractures: An Overview
- How to Use Crutches, Canes and Walkers
- What are NSAIDs?
Videos & Animations
TCO EXCEL Orthopedic Surgery & Recovery
Experience the difference with TCO’s EXCEL Surgery & Recovery program. Learn more here.
KS95’s Ryan, EXCEL Patient
KS95’s Ryan is one of the most well-known radio personalities in Minnesota, but for 7 years, he hid a painful secret from listeners. Ryan’s hips had gotten so bad, he could no longer walk. At his breaking point, Ryan turned to TCO, a decision that would change his life.
Useful Links
EXCEL
EXCEL Orthopedic Surgery and Recovery is designed for healthy, active adults who would have a better quality of life after surgery.
Anterior Approach Hip Replacement
The Anterior Approach to hip replacement surgery is a popular alternative to traditional hip replacement surgery. The following videos will give you a good idea about what to expect before, during, and after surgery.
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS)
The latest source for Legislation, educational, health care policy and research information. The site includes the bylaws and position papers of the AAOS, and the latest federal and state laws enacted that pertain to the practice of orthopedics and medicine.
American Association of Hip & Knee Surgeons (AAHKS)
An information source for latest trends in joint replacement surgery about the hip and knee.
WebMD
Welcome to WebMD Corporation: the leader in providing services that help physicians, consumers, providers and health plans navigate the complexity of the healthcare system.
Arthritis Foundation
The mission of the Arthritis Foundation is to improve lives through leadership in the prevention, control and cure of arthritis and related diseases. Discusses non operative means of dealing with arthritis. Gives local resources that are available.
Minnesota Chapter of the Arthritis Foundation
The Minnesota Chapter of the Arthritis Foundation, operates across the state to assist those affected by the disease and provide current information for people with arthritis and their families.
About Stryker
Learn about new joint replacement technologies, the treatment options available to you, and other helpful online tools so you can take back your life.
