Orthopedic Q&A: Joint Replacement, PRP, Spine Surgery, and More
Your MRI shows a tear, arthritis, or a problem with your spine. Does that mean you need surgery, or could physical therapy, injections, or time help you recover? And if surgery is the right choice, what can you do before and after the procedure to improve your recovery?
In this Orthopedic Q&A, board-certified orthopedic surgeon Dr. Pamela Mehta explains how she evaluates treatment options, what helps patients recover after surgery, and where PRP and other regenerative therapies may fit into orthopedic care. Her husband, orthopedic spine surgeon Dr. Jaspaul Gogia, asks the questions as Pam separates meaningful advances from the hype surrounding joint replacement, supplements, stem cell injections, minimally invasive spine surgery, robotics, and AI.
IN THIS EPISODE:
00:04 Orthopedic Q&A With Dr. Pamela Mehta
00:55 Nonsurgical Alternatives to Orthopedic Surgery
02:54 MRI Results and the Decision to Have Surgery
04:01 Outpatient Joint Replacement Surgery and Recovery
06:28 Robotic Joint Replacement Surgery
08:55 How to Prepare for Surgery and Recover Faster
10:12 Physical Therapy After Surgery
11:15 Physical Therapy for Chronic Pain and Injuries
12:10 How Age Affects Fracture Healing
13:28 Hip Fracture Recovery in Older Adults
14:03 PRP and Regenerative Medicine for Joint Pain
15:38 PRP for Arthritis, Tendon Injuries and Meniscus Tears
16:36 PRP vs. Stem Cell Injections
17:50 Peptides and Exosomes for Injury Recovery
19:02 Supplements for Bone and Joint Health
20:04 Daily Greens Powders and Micronutrients
21:02 Advances in Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery
22:26 Disc Replacement vs. Spinal Fusion
23:03 Endoscopic Spine Surgery
23:46 Robotic Spine Surgery
25:01 AI in Orthopedic Surgery and Medical Research
THE RESILIENCE FACTOR WITH DR. PAMELA MEHTA:
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HOST RESOURCES:
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TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr.pamelamehta
Become a Patient: https://www.resilienceorthopedics.com
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This episode is brought to you by The Pinnacle Podcast Network!
ABOUT DR. PAMELA MEHTA:
Pamela Mehta, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon, practice owner, chief medical officer of the Good Feet Store, and founder of the education platform Learn at Pinnacle. Dr. Mehta specializes in minimally invasive surgery, orthobiologics, and sports medicine. She helps people of all stages of life learn how to live a healthier life, longer.
Disclaimer: Pamela Mehta, MD, is a doctor, but she is not your doctor. This content is for general education and is not a substitute for individualized medical care.
