Our Latest Articles
Dr. Pamela Mehta MD
Orthopedic Surgeon, San Jose

What are Stem Cells?
You probably heard about stem cell therapy on the news, or maybe read an article on the internet. Various types of treatments involve stem cells. This includes our use of

ACL Surgery Aftercare in San Jose
The road to recovery post-ACL tear surgery is an adventure, filled with both little hiccups and significant leaps forward. The silver lining? Armed with proper aftercare strategies your recovery will

Shoulder Separation vs Dislocation – What’s the Difference?
As the ball-and-socket joint, the shoulder has the most elaborate range of motion. The shoulder facilitates movement, enables activities such as reaching or lifting, and stabilizes our arms. While shoulders

Shoulder Separation Guide 2025
Shoulder injuries aren’t uncommon. Everyone can injure their shoulder, especially active people and athletes participating in contact sports. A shoulder separation is one type of shoulder injury that deserves more

Shoulder Bursitis Surgery in San Jose
While shoulder bursitis can certainly be a pain, surgery is rarely the go-to solution. In most cases, consistent non-surgical care for 6-12 months can bring relief. However, if those efforts

11 of the Best Patellar Tendonitis Exercises
Here are some recommended exercises for patellar tendonitis rehab. It’s important to do this under the supervision of a physical therapist or orthopedic doctor. This is especially true if you’ve

Top 5 Mistakes After Knee Replacement
Walking through the days after an operation (especially knee replacement surgery) often feels like trying to dance on ice. It’s so easy to slide into problems if you’re not careful. However,

How to Sleep with Frozen Shoulder
Imagine this: you’re in bed, but your shoulder won’t relax. It’s stiff, painful, and seems to be doing everything it can to prevent you from sleeping. That’s the “frozen shoulder,”

The 12 Best Stretches and Exercises for Shoulder Bursitis
Shoulder bursitis is a common condition that causes shoulder pain and difficulty moving your arm. It can be caused by overuse, injury, or repetitive movements. Exercises for shoulder bursitis can

Shoulder Dislocation Exercises & Rehab in 2025
Shoulder dislocation is a common injury and can also be a chronic problem. The likelihood of you dislocating your shoulder again goes up every time you dislocate it. Exercises help

Patellar Tendon Surgery Recovery Time
Patellar tendon surgery is a procedure to repair a torn patellar tendon. The patellar tendon is a band of tissue that connects the kneecap (patella) to the shinbone (tibia). It

ACL vs MCL vs Meniscus Tear – How Do I Tell the Difference?
About the ACL, MCL, and Meniscus Sports-related injuries are not uncommon, and among the most prevalent are tears in the knee joint. The knee is a complex joint that consists

Patellar Tendon Surgery in 2025
A patellar tendon tear is where the tendon that connects the kneecap to the shinbone ruptures. This tendon is a fibrous band that can tear during a knee injury or

Musculoskeletal Pain and Mental Health – Breaking the Vicious Cycle
Musculoskeletal pain and mood disorders are intrinsically linked. The more pain you have in your day-to-day life, the worse your mood is likely to be. The lower your mood, the

A Complete Guide to Shoulder Dislocation
What is a Shoulder Dislocation? The shoulder is the most likely joint in your body to dislocate. It often comes out of place during contact sports such as football, rugby,