Brinceton Phipps, MD

08/03/2026

Rates of Total Joint Replacement in the United States: Future Projections to 2020 2040 Using the National Inpatient Sample.

Significant increases in use of THA and TKA are expected in the United States in the future, if the current trend continues. The increased use is evident across age groups in both females and males. A policy change may be needed to meet increased demand

07/27/2026

New ACL surgery approach helps most patients return to activity.

New research from orthopedic specialists at Marshall Health Network and the Marshall University Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine demonstrates promising outcomes for patients undergoing anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction using an advanced technique that combines biologic augmentation w...

07/20/2026

Hip Stress Fracture Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment.

Hip stress fractures, frequently affecting runners, result in pain during physical activity. Discover the symptoms, causes, and treatment options to address this condition.

07/13/2026

Exercises to Help With Hip Tendonitis.

Exercises for hip tendonitis focus on reducing pain and enhancing mobility by strengthening the hip flexors. These targeted movements help prevent future irritation and improve overall hip function.

07/06/2026

Chondromalacia Exercises to Relieve Knee Pain.

Chondromalacia patella, often called runner's knee, happens when cartilage under the kneecap deteriorates.1 Exercises that strengthen leg muscles and improve flexibility can help relieve the pain associated with this condition.

07/04/2026

Happy 4th of July!
Wishing you and your loved ones a safe, joyful, and memorable Independence Day.

06/29/2026

Supported training improves injury prevention, new study shows.

Serious knee injuries, including anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) ruptures in women's and girls' football, can be reduced through using injury prevention training, according to a new study by La Trobe University researchers.

06/21/2026

Happy Father’s Day! Thank you to all the wonderful fathers!

06/12/2026

Platelet-Rich Plasma in the Treatment of Knee Osteoarthritis: A Bibliometric Analysis of Global Research Trends.

Knee osteoarthritis (OA) represents a major cause of pain and disability among older adults. Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) has emerged as a promising biologic therapy aimed at modulating inflammation and promoting cartilage repair. As the clinical use of PRP has expanded, a rapidly growing body of lite...

06/05/2026

7 Types of Exercise That Help Improve Bone Density Naturally.

Bone loss can begin in your 30s. However, your bones are living tissue that respond to weight-bearing exercises by getting stronger. Whether you enjoy lifting weights, hiking trails, or playing pickleball, the right combination of exercises can improve your bone density.