Orthopaedic Surgeon Dr. Kevin Plancher was quoted in the Newtown Bee
Too Much Single Sport Concentration Can Lead to Overuse Injuries By Andy Hutchison, May 18, 2018 Click HERE for the full article from The Newtown Bee.
‘Boomers’ Are Behind An Upward Trend in Hip Replacement in 2018
Dr. Kevin Plancher with Plancher Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine Cites Advances, Offers Tips to Avoid Joint Surgery. NEW YORK & GREENWICH, Conn. (PRWEB) May 11, 2018 Hip replacement is – well – becoming “hip,” but could the trendy surgery also prolong Read More >
“Patch” May Help Recovery After Shoulder Surgery for Rotator Cuffs
Dr. Kevin Plancher Offers Tips to Help Patients with Common Rotator Cuff Injuries. NEW YORK and GREENWICH, Conn. (PRWEB) April 19, 2018 Shoulder injury? Get “patched up” – literally, says renowned orthopedic surgeon and sports medicine and arthroplasty specialist, Kevin D. Read More >
Hip and Knee Replacement vs. Growth Factors & Stem Cell Therapy
Dr. Kevin Plancher with Plancher Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine with tips for understanding the pros and cons of both approaches to treating knee and hip pain. NEW YORK & GREENWICH, CT. (PRWEB) April 13, 2018 When chronic knee or hip pain Read More >
Sports Medicine Expert Dr. Kevin Plancher was published in WAG
PUT YOUR INJURED ROTATOR CUFF BACK IN ROTATION By Dr. Kevin Plancher, April 2, 2018 Click HERE for the full article on WAG.
Orthopaedic Surgeon Dr. Kevin Plancher was quoted in Lower Extremity Review
The effect of footwear on the management of pain caused by disorders of the knee joint Clinical studies have demonstrated that properly fitted footwear may alleviate knee pain resulting from osteoarthritis or other joint disease processes, while the wrong shoe Read More >
Sports Medicine Expert Dr. Kevin Plancher was quoted in US News & World Report
How to Train Like a Major League Baseball Player There's nothing magical about the workout regimens of pro ballplayers. By Ruben Castaneda, Staff Writer, March 22, 2018 Click HERE for the full article on US News & World Report.
When Too Much Sports Practice Turns Bad
Dr. Kevin Plancher with Plancher Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine with tips on the risks of overuse sports injury NEW YORK & GREENWICH, Conn. (PRWEB) March 13, 2018 The old adage that “practice makes perfect” doesn’t take into account that too much Read More >
Stem Cells and Growth Factors for Knees: Ready for Prime Time?
Dr. Kevin Plancher with Plancher Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine with tips on understanding the new investigational treatment option for knee conditions NEW YORK and GREENWICH, Conn. (PRWEB) February 27, 2018 As science begins to unlock the powers of stem cells and Read More >
Sports Medicine specialist Dr. Kevin Plancher was quoted in HealthNewsDigest
"Stem Cells and Growth Factors for Knees: Ready for Prime Time?" By Staff Editor, Feb 27, 2018 Click HERE for the full article on HealthNewsDigest.
Understanding The Pros And Cons Of PRP & Biologic Injections
Dr. Kevin Plancher with Plancher Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine with tips on common orthopaedic uses for platelet-rich plasma NEW YORK and GREENWICH, Conn. (PRWEB) January 23, 2018 Our ears perk up when we hear that one of our favorite professional athletes Read More >
Sports Medicine Specialist Dr. Kevin Plancher was quoted in Reader’s Digest
"10 Medical Tests and Procedures Doctors Never Waste Money on" Yes, it's a good idea to rule out dangerous medical conditions, but skipping certain tests and procedures could actually help your health—not to mention your bank account. BY JENNIFER LEA REYNOLDS, Read More >
Keeping Kids in the Game: Putting Shoulder and Knee Injuries on the Sidelines
Dr. Kevin Plancher of Plancher Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine Shares Tips on How to Make Youth Sports Safer NEW YORK & GREENWICH, Conn. (PRWEB) January 04, 2018 When it comes to kids and sports, the umpire’s game-starting “Play ball!” could use Read More >
Understanding the Pros and Cons of Reverse Total Shoulder Replacement
Dr. Kevin Plancher with Plancher Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine explains why an increasingly common artificial joint replacement procedure may work for you. NEW YORK and GREENWICH, Conn. (PRWEB) December 21, 2017 When the simple act of raising your arm becomes impossible Read More >
Conference Chair Dr. Kevin Plancher Reports on the Orthopaedic Summit 2017
NEW YORK & GREENWICH, Conn. (PRWEB) December 18, 2017 What’s the newest, most effective approach for repairing a high-energy neck fracture in a 36-year-old Motocross athlete, diagnosing and treating a 42-year-old tennis player who hears a “crack” from the leg Read More >
Orthopaedic Surgeon Dr. Kevin Plancher was quoted in the NB Herald
Orthopaedic Summit 2017 Evolving Techniques "Athlete Hears ‘Crack;’ What’s a Doctor to Do?" December 18, 2017 Click HERE for the full article on NB Herald.
Orthopaedic Surgeon Dr. Kevin Plancher was published in Westchester Family Magazine
"Train Now for a Healthy Ski and Snowboarding Season" By Dr. Kevin D. Plancher. M.D., M.P.H., December 2017 Click HERE for the full article on Westchester Family.
Orthopaedic Surgeon Dr. Kevin Plancher was quoted in Orthopedics This Week
Sports Medicine Feature "COLLARBONE BREAKS SPECIAL HAZARD FOR CYCLISTS" By Biloine W. Young • December 12th, 2017 Click HERE for the full article on Orthopedics This Week.
Orthopaedic Surgeon & Sports Medicine specialist Dr. Kevin Plancher was quoted in HealthNewsDigest
Orthopaedic Surgeon & Sports Medicine specialist Dr. Kevin Plancher was quoted in HealthNewsDigest in an article titled, "Hurt in a Cycling Accident? Surgical Repair of a Broken Collarbone." December 1, 2017 Click HERE for the full article on HealthNewsDigest.
Hurt in a Cycling Accident? Surgical Repair of a Broken Collarbone
Dr. Kevin Plancher with Plancher Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine with tips on surgical treatment for highly common biking injury New York, NY & Greenwich, CT (PRWEB) December 01, 2017 December 2017 – Avid cyclists experience their share of injuries, but one Read More >
Orthopaedic Surgeon Dr. Kevin Plancher was quoted in Life Pulse Health
“Hurt in a Cycling Accident? Surgical Repair of a Broken Collarbone” By Joseph Ronson, December 1, 2017 Click HERE for the full article on Life Pulse Health.
Shouldering On: Recovering from AC Joint Separation
Dr. Kevin Plancher of Plancher Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine Shares Tips on How to Get Back in the Game after a Separated Shoulder NEW YORK & GREENWICH, Conn. (PRWEB) November 21, 2017 Ben Roethlisberger of the Steelers. Trevor Siemian of the Read More >
Meniscal Tears: How Do They Happen?
Dr. Kevin Plancher with Plancher Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine with prevention tips to stay healthy on the field NEW YORK and GREENWICH, Conn. (PRWEB) November 07, 2017 November 2017 – When people refer to torn cartilage in the knee, they’re often Read More >
Understanding Joint Replacement Options for Hips & Knees
Dr. Kevin Plancher with Plancher Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine with tips on patients’ choices for most common artificial joints. NEW YORK & GREENWICH, Conn. (PRWEB) October 30, 2017 As the U.S. population ages – but still desires to stay active – Read More >
Ski and Snowboarding Season is Around the Corner: Train Now for a Healthy Season
Dr. Kevin Plancher with Plancher Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine explains common ski and snowboarding injuries and tips to help prevent them New York, NY and Greenwich, CT (PRWEB) September 29, 2017 Colorful leaves falling from the trees means only one thing Read More >
Tips for an Injury-Free Soccer Season
Dr. Kevin Plancher with Plancher Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine explains common high school soccer injuries and offers tips to avoid them New York, NY and Greenwich, CT (PRWEB) September 20, 2017 September 2017 – A new school year means soccer season Read More >
Treatment Options for Kneecap Problems
Dr. Kevin Plancher with Plancher Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine explains conditions affecting the kneecap and offers tips on how they’re treated New York, NY and Greenwich, CT (PRWEB) August 30, 2017 It’s safe to say that most of us don’t notice Read More >
Orthopaedic Surgeon Dr. Kevin Plancher provided opinion to Men’s Journal
HEALTH & FITNESS The Real Reason to Get a Physical Before You Hit the Gym by Laura Williams, 8/24/17 Click HERE for the full story as published in Men’s Journal.
With Tennis Season in Full Swing, Can Tennis Elbow Be Far Behind?
Dr. Kevin Plancher with Plancher Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine explains how tennis elbow is diagnosed and offers tips on treatment New York, NY and Greenwich, CT (PRWEB) August 24, 2017 With warm temperatures spanning from summer through fall, tennis season is Read More >
Orthopaedic Surgeon Dr. Kevin Plancher was quoted in HEALTH
"Everything You Need to Know About Runner's Knee–Even If You're Not a Runner" By Cindy Kuzma, August 14, 2017 Click HERE for the full article on Health.com.