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Muscle Sparing Robotic Assisted Knee Replacement

Muscle Sparing Robotic Assisted Knee Replacement
Muscle sparing robotic knee replacement is the most least invasive and precise way to perform knee replacement currently available. This leads to less pain, faster recovery and the best potential to return to full function and activities!
Oct 25th, 2026
Preoperative 3D personalized planning for a Robotic Reverse Shoulder Replacement.

Robotic Assisted Shoulder Replacement
Robotic assisted shoulder replacement is finally here! Dr. Thomas Kovack is one of the first shoulder specialists to offer this technology to his patients. Advantages include patient specific, improved outcomes and reduced complications. Read below.
Oct 18th, 2026
MISHA Knee Implant

MISHA Knee Procedure
The MISHA knee procedure is a newer procedure that can help patients avoid a knee replacement.. The MISHA procedure is an internal shock absorber that shares the load of the knee but sits outside of the joint.
Sep 12th, 2026
Tommy John Surgery Recovery: What to Expect

Tommy John Surgery Recovery: What to Expect
Baseball and football players are vulnerable to elbow injuries like ulnar collateral ligament tears. Fortunately, with Tommy John surgery and rehabilitation, most athletes can get back in the game. Here’s what to expect.
Sep 2nd, 2024

Here's How Osteoarthritis Affects Your Shoulders
Shoulder osteoarthritis can lead to persistent pain and limited mobility, significantly affecting daily activities. Fortunately, innovative treatments are available to alleviate symptoms and restore shoulder function.
Jul 24th, 2024
Rotator Cuff Repair Breakthrough! Why Outcomes Are Improving

Rotator Cuff Repair Breakthrough! Why Outcomes Are Improving
Are you someone who has a torn rotator cuff and is facing certain surgery that will compromise your activities and lifestyle? Wait! A revolutionary technique can give you pain relief and improve your function back to normal after your surgery. Here’s why.
Apr 1st, 2024
The

The "Natural" Shoulder

The "Natural" shoulder replacement is an alternative to conventional shoulder replacement. It is the most like your own native shoulder without the limitations that come with a typical shoulder replacement. Get back to their active lifestyle!
Aug 21st, 2023
Total Shoulder Resurfacing (TSR)

Total Shoulder Resurfacing (TSR)
Total Shoulder Resurfacing (TSR) as a better alternative for severe shoulder arthritis for younger and/or highly active older patients that does not have the the restrictions that comes with a conventional total shoulder replacement.
Aug 7th, 2023
Rotator Cuff Repair with CuffMend

Rotator Cuff Repair Breakthrough with CuffMend!
CuffMend is a new technique and method to repair rotator cuff tears using a dermal allograft. Minimally invasive, quick arthroscopic technique which increases the strength of rotator cuff repairs by 60% from the start! Less pain with faster recovery!!
Jan 31st, 2022
Total Shoulder Resurfacing Pics - Before and After

Total Shoulder Replacement Alternative
Have you been told that you need a total shoulder replacement but you are too young or too active but cannot live with the pain and want a solution? There is an alternative to conventional shoulder replacement for you - Total Shoulder Resurfacing.
Dec 26th, 2020
Total Shoulder Replacement Options

Need a Shoulder Replacement?
Have you been told you need a shoulder replacement? Make sure you do your homework because there are different options depending on the circumstances. Make sure you chose the right surgeon and the right option for you.
Mar 6th, 2020
Arthroscopic rotator cuff repair using the new

Breakthrough in Rotator Cuff Repair Surgery - "Rotium Patch"
Newly approved Rotium Patch used in rotator cuff repair surgery has shown significant increase in healing and strength of the repair. This translates into a faster recovery, quicker return to work and activities and less chance of re-tear in the future!
Mar 6th, 2020
Robotic Assisted Knee Replacement

Robotic Assisted Knee Replacement
If you have an arthritic knee and have failed conservative treatment then you may want to look at Robotic assisted knee replacement. This new technology is revolutionizing knee replacement surgery!
Jan 24th, 2020
Post-op rotator cuff repair in a sling

What to do after a rotator cuff repair?
Rotator cuff repair surgery is getting pretty common. Unfortunately, as we get older so does our rotator cuff and it is more prone to injury. Most repairs are done arthroscopic with small poke holes. This blog talks about what to do afterwards.
Jan 22nd, 2020

Telehealth: The Advantages of Telemedicine
Struggles to get to the clinic? Trying to reduce your exposure to COVID-19, as well as other contagious illnesses, and still need to see your doctor? Telehealth is safe and easy — receive quality care from anywhere.
Mar 4th, 2024

Exploring All Shoulder Surgery Options
When you have a shoulder injury, or even a condition which hinders your movement like glenohumeral arthritis, it can be difficult to go through your day-to-day activities as you once did.
Jan 5th, 2018

How to Pick a Shoulder Surgeon
If you have made the decision to go forward with arthroscopic shoulder surgery in Ohio, you are probably swimming in questions.
Dec 14th, 2016

Preparing for your reverse total shoulder replacement
Will you need a shoulder replacement in the future? Certain patients cannot have traditional  shoulder replacement surgery, so they must undergo a newer arthroplasty called a reverse total shoulder replacement.
May 15th, 2016

Shoulder Pain's Most Common Cause
Shoulder pain causes discomfort and limitations to those who experience it. Some pain will lead to surgical solutions while others can be treated with physical therapy.
Feb 25th, 2016

Common Rotator Cuff Injuries
As you may or may not know, the rotator cuff is a group of 4 muscles and their respective tendons that envelope your main shoulder joint.
Jan 15th, 2016

Common Shoulder Issues that could be causing your pain
Did you know that what you call your shoulder is actually several joints combined with muscles and tendons to provide you with a wide range of motion – from throwing that perfect pitch to simply scratching your back.
Jan 1st, 2016

Comparing Arthroscopic TSR to Conventional TSR
Shoulder injuries or arthritis can inhibit many activities. A person that was once able to push, pull, and throw may no longer be able to perform these movements due to a slight or severe shoulder injury or increasing arthritis.
Nov 30th, 2015

How does an MLB Pitcher's Shoulder Withstand Such Force?
Spring time means getting into the full “throws” of Major League Baseball. Whether you’re a Cleveland Indians or Cincinnati Reds fan or maybe even play some ball yourself, it’s clear that the pitcher uses his arm and shoulder exhaustively.
Jun 1st, 2015

Regain Shoulder Strength with Stretching
If you’ve been reading our informative blog series. then you already know that our previous blog post mentioned how you can regain strength in your shoulder after your surgery with our top shoulder specialist, Dr. Thomas Kovack.
Feb 17th, 2015

Gain Back Your Range of Motion
Shoulder surgery is a big step, and if you’ve recently recovered from shoulder resurfacing with Dr. Thomas Kovack in Columbus, OH, then you are probably eager to start using your shoulder like you did before you injured it.
Feb 5th, 2015

Doctor Kovack has had amazing success
If you’ve been following our informative blog posts, then you already know that this blog is going to concentrate around our amazing top shoulder specialist in Columbus, Ohio, Dr. Thomas Kovack.
Jan 19th, 2015

Are you a good candidate?

Shoulder surgery is something that you shouldn’t take lightly, and if you are having severe shoulder pain that is starting to affect the outcome of your day and even the quality of sleep you are getting at night, then you need to schedule a consultation.
Dec 22nd, 2014

Shoulder Repair For the Active
You can’t visit the doctor without hearing that you need to be more active. Exercise is a key factor in an overall healthy lifestyle, but unfortunately, there are times when it can be hard on your body.
Oct 7th, 2014