Dr Farzin Kabaei MD

10/13/2026

Technology continues to advance orthopedic surgery, but it doesn’t replace surgical judgment.

The real value of new technology comes from knowing how to use it thoughtfully, alongside experience, technique, and an understanding of each patient’s anatomy.

Good medicine should keep evolving.

10/12/2026

Where you train can change how much impact your body absorbs.

Hard surfaces like concrete can increase repetitive loading during running and jumping, but surface is only one part of the equation. Training volume, recovery, footwear, and how quickly intensity increases also affect how your body handles that stress.

Mixing in well-maintained tracks, grass, or other suitable training surfaces can help vary the load placed on your body over time.

Save this when you’re planning where to train.

Educational content only — not a substitute for medical advice.

10/08/2026

Sometimes the source of unexplained joint pain may be hiding in the medication list.

Certain medications, including statins, can contribute to muscle aches and joint pain in some people. When pain seems nonspecific and the usual explanations aren’t adding up, reviewing current medications can be an important part of the conversation.

💾 Save this as one more question to bring up when unexplained joint pain persists.

Do not stop or change a prescribed medication without discussing it with your doctor.

10/06/2026

Choosing a surgeon is a personal decision. Patients should feel confident in both the plan and the team around them.

10/05/2026

09/28/2026

Advanced technology has changed what’s possible in joint replacement surgery.

Robotic systems like MAKO combine detailed surgical planning with real-time guidance, giving the surgeon more information and control throughout the procedure.

Technology continues to evolve. So should the way we operate.

09/24/2026

Throwing harder isn’t the same as throwing better.

Repeated throwing places significant stress on the shoulder and elbow, especially when volume or intensity increases too quickly. Good mechanics, strong rotator cuff and shoulder blade muscles, and a gradual throwing progression can all help reduce unnecessary load on those joints.

That applies whether you’re pitching, playing quarterback, or training for any overhead throwing sport.

Save this before your next throwing session.

Educational content only — not a substitute for medical advice.