Knee Osteoarthritis: Non-Operative Approaches to Treatment

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Knee osteoarthritis affects more than 30 million Americans and is one of the most common causes of disability. Michael Fredericson, MD, discusses non-operative options before consideration of knee replacement surgery. He shares information about supplements, diet modifications, knee braces, shoe inserts, and injections.

Michael Fredericson, MD, FACSM, is Professor of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PM&R) at Stanford University and is Director of PM&R Sports Medicine in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Co-Director of the Stanford Longevity Center, and Founder of Lifestyle Medicine. He is the Head Team Physician for the Stanford Track & Field and Swimming Teams and a Wu Tsai Human Performance Alliance member.

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