Christian Eccles, M.D.

09/18/2026

Wondering if a muscle- and tendon-sparing approach could support a faster recovery after joint replacement?

Read our latest article:
https://www.christianecclesmd.com/blog/muscle-and-tendon-sparing-knee-replacement-in-gilbert-az-could-it-mean-a-faster-recovery/?bp=53865

For people with advanced knee arthritis, the prospect of knee replacement can bring both relief and uncertainty.

09/16/2026

Hip Abduction Exercises to Strengthen and Tone Your Body.

Click here to learn more about hip abduction exercises to strengthen and tone your body.

09/15/2026

Total Knee Replacement Recovery: The Secrets to Success That Are Rarely Explained 🦵💪

Christian J. Eccles, M.D. explains the key factors that can make a difference in your recovery and help you get back to doing what you love.

Watch the full video on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GELxK-cR_EA

www.arizonahipandknee.comKnee Replacement Recovery: The 2 Biggest...

09/11/2026

On Patriot Day, we remember, reflect, and stand together in unity.

09/07/2026

Happy Labor Day! We hope you and your family enjoy your time off!

09/01/2026

Arthroscopic Treatment of Patellar Clunk Syndrome After Total Knee Arthroplasty.

Patellar clunk syndrome is a complication of total knee arthroplasty. Surgical treatment with arthroscopic irrigation and debridement and lysis of adhesions is often required when conservative treatment fails. This study examines patient improvement following arthroscopic treatment of patellar clunk...

08/28/2026

Preparing for your first appointment with Dr. Christian Eccles, an orthopedic hip and knee replacement specialist? 🩺
Make your visit as smooth and stress-free as possible by reviewing our First Visit Guide.
Learn which documents and imaging reports to bring, review office policies, and access patient forms in advance so you can focus entirely on your recovery and getting back to peak movement.

Read our First Visit Guide here:
https://www.christianecclesmd.com/contact-us-hip-knee-replacement-specialist-gilbert-az/

08/25/2026

Hip Arthroscopy is Associated With Increased Risk of Total Hip Arthroplasty Failure and Increased Resource Allocation in Middle-Aged Total Hip Arthroplasty Patients.

Hip arthroscopy (HA) rates continue to increase. Many HA patients will eventually develop osteoarthritis necessitating total hip arthroplasty (THA). Presently, there is limited, conflicting literature on the correlation between preceding HA and subsequent THA outcomes. The purpose of this study was....

08/20/2026

Get to know the person behind the surgeon! ✈️

I’m excited to share a few fun facts about my life beyond the operating room. As an orthopedic surgeon, I’m passionate about helping patients get back to the activities they love—and aviation has always been a passion of mine as well.

From flying a Nanchang CJ-6 fighter trainer to learning Spanish while living in Panama, these experiences have shaped who I am both personally and professionally.

Thanks to OrthoArizona for highlighting the person behind the physician!

08/18/2026

Is Knee Osteoarthritis an Inevitable Consequence for Athletes after Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injury?

Behind the technical success of modern ACL surgeries and the effectiveness of “return to sport” protocols lies a reality that the worlds of sports and medicine are only just starting to face: the management of the initial ACL injury with return to sport is not the finish line, but the beginning ...