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Fred M.

First of all thank you for dramatically changing my life with the Super Path Total Hip Replacement. I have tried many options prior, hoping to avoid an operation and in the end the operation itself was less disruptive than the earlier options. My experience at the Olympia Clinic was very organized

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Rich M.

I was told in my 40’s I would need bilateral hip replacement surgery, I had worn out my hips with a life of sports including basketball and tennis. The surgeon said I was too young, to stop running and active sports, to wait as long as possible before surgery. I waited

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Plantar Fasciitis

What is Plantar Fasciitis and how is it treated? What is Plantar Fasciitis? The plantar fascia is a band of tissue that the connects the toes to the heel. When this tissue becomes inflamed or irritated it is commonly referred to as “plantar fasciitis”. The cause of plantar fasciitis is

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Total Shoulder Replacements

Learn About Shoulder Replacement Surgery About Shoulder Replacement Surgery At Olympia Orthopaedic Associates, a Total Shoulder Replacement can be performed either as an outpatient or an inpatient procedure based on what you and your OOA expert feel are best for you.  During the procedure:  Incision. An incision is made on the

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Mazor Robotics Renaissance® Guidance System

Why choose Mazor Robotics Renaissance® spine surgery? If you are one of the many that suffer from a debilitating spinal condition such as scoliosis, degenerative disc disease, herniated discs, kyphosis, or spondylolisthesis, you may be a candidate for spine surgery with Mazor Robotics Renaissance®. With Mazor Robotics Renaissance®, surgeons plan

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Herniated Discs

Herniated Discs are also reffered to as Bulging or Slipped Discs What is a Herniated Disc? A herniated disc, which is often referred to as a bulging or slipped disc, is a condition characterized by the protrusion of one or more of the spinal discs into the spinal canal. A

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Shoulder Dislocations

What are Shoulder Dislocations and how are they treated? What is a Shoulder Dislocation? The shoulder is a ball and socket joint. It is the most mobile joint in the body. It is also the joint that most commonly dislocates. Common causes of shoulder dislocations include the following: Sports injuries

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Non-Surgical Treatments for Back & Neck Pain

Learn About Non-Surgical Back and Neck Treatments Conditions Treated by The Spine Team at Olympia Orthopaedic Associates Whether you have been suffering back or neck pain for just a few weeks, or several years, we know that it can be frustrating both physically and mentally.  Many patients often miss time

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Knee Replacements

Learn About Knee Replacement Procedures About Knee Replacement Surgery Knee Replacement surgery is often performed on an inpatient basis.  However, many patients may be candidates to have these procedures performed on an outpatient basis as part of Olympia Orthopaedic Associates innovative Outpatient Total Joint Replacement Program. During the procedure, the surgeon

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Achilles Tendon Tear

What is an Achilles Tendon Tear and how is it treated? What is an Achilles Tendon Tear ? The Achilles tendon attaches to the calf muscle to the heel and is especially important because it used when to walk, run, jump, and stand on your toes. A partial or complete

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