Welcome to Dr. Michael Reyes' patient information resource for comprehensive treatment of arthritis of the hip & knee using the latest technology. Dr. Reyes, of Peninsula Orthopedic Associates, Inc., is located conveniently south of San Francisco. Dr. Reyes sees patient both locally and internationally. Contact us with any questions you may have or to set up an appointment to discuss your case with Dr. Reyes. We would be more than happy to speak with you!

According to the Arthritis Foundation, arthritis affects over 66 million Americans. Up to 1 in every 3 Americans suffers from this disease.

Symptoms include:

• Joint pain, usually in the morning or at the end of the day
• "Start up pain," i.e. difficulty getting up from a chair
• Difficulty going up or down stairs
• Joint swelling (inflammation) or warmth
• Joint effusion (fluid build-up)
• Stiffness
• Joint deformity, i.e. worsening of bowleg or knock-knee
• Crepitus, or the sensation of "grinding, creaking, or clicking"
• Difficulty walking, perhaps needing a cane, crutches, or a walker

These symptoms may occur at any age, but are most common in people over 50. Other people affected may have:

• A family history of arthritis, particularly with parents
• Previous trauma to that limb, i.e. fracture near joint
• Previous sports-related injury, i.e. torn ligament, cartilage, meniscus, or tendon
• A long history of working in jobs that require heavy lifting
• A long history of athletic participation

"Arthritis" refers to any disease process or condition that affects joints of the body.

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Consider seeing a physician when:

• The symptoms begin to affect your lifestyle, so that you can no longer enjoy your leisure activities as you used to
• When your work/livelihood is compromised
• When even simple walking is painful and difficult
• When you are becoming progressively overweight or unhealthy because of your pain

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