We are pleased to announce that Dr. Joseph Kromka will be joining Three Rivers Orthopedic Associates in September 2024!! Dr. Kromka, a Pittsburgh native, graduated from Carnegie Mellon University in May of 2012 with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering and Biomedical Engineering. He completed his orthopedic surgery residency at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center in May … Read More
Dr. Omar Yaldo will be joining Three Rivers Orthopedic Associates in January 2024!!
We are pleased to announce that Dr. Omar Yaldo will be joining Three Rivers Orthopedic Associates in January 2024!! Dr. Yaldo completed a Foot and Ankle Fellowship at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and is currently finishing up his practice at the Newport Orthopedic Institute in Newport Beach, CA. Dr. Yaldo’s clinical emphasis is in the area … Read More
What is plantar fasciitis?
Plantar fasciitis is an inflammation of the plantar fascia. The plantar fascia is a thin ligament on the bottom of your foot which connects your heel, known as the calcaneus, to the front of your foot, more specifically the metatarsal heads. The main purpose of your plantar fascia is to support the arch of your foot and absorb any stressors … Read More
VISCOSUPPLEMENTATION WITH HYALURONIC ACID
Say those words again? Viscosupplementation…hyaluronic acid? Those words do not roll off the tongue very easily! Thankfully, the use of this medication is easier than trying to pronounce it. You may have heard friends or family refer to “chicken shots” when treating knee arthritis. These are the same thing. The original formulations were derived from rooster combs, hence the nickname … Read More
What is a Same Day Total Joint?
Same Day Discharge for Total Joint Surgery Some patients may have heard of same day surgeries being performed for total joint replacements and TRO is no different. This is slightly different from our one midnight stay surgeries that we have been doing which you can read more about on our website. We are still using the advancements that we have … Read More
Knee injections, which one is right for me?
If you are suffering from knee pain due to arthritis, you may hear friends or family talking about different injections for pain relief. There are a couple types of injections so it is important to understand the advantages of each. Steroid Injections These are the most common type of injections that we do. The problem with arthritis is usually due … Read More
Elbow pain– causes and treatment
Two common causes of elbow pain With all the outdoor activities in the summer, golfing, tennis, and swimming, you may be experiencing more pain in your elbows than normal. There are two very common causes of elbow pain this time of year and they are usually related to your summer fun. Here’s a quick description of some things to look … Read More
What is a One-Midnight Stay?
If you are considering undergoing a total hip or knee replacement you may have heard your doctor talk to you about something called a one midnight stay. As we make more and more advancements with pre-surgical prep, surgical technique, and post-surgical care, we are reducing our hospital stays from a few days to just one night in the hospital. This … Read More
Common Causes and Brief Treatments of Hip Pain
One of the most common problems our patients have is “hip pain”, but what do patients truly mean when they say hip pain? There are multiple conditions which can cause pain in and around the hip, buttock, and thigh and the location of your pain is useful in determining the cause. Groin pain Patients describing groin pain are most often … Read More
Low Back Pain: Is Surgery the Answer?
Back pain is an extremely common problem. It affects nearly 70% of Americans at some point in their life. The pain can be debilitating and interfere with daily life. Unfortunately, there is no magic wand that can take away back pain. Getting rid of back pain is often a process of trial and error. What works for one patient may … Read More