Palmetto Bone & Joint

06/18/2026

“Don’t try this at home.”

There are very few situations where that phrase applies more than a hip replacement.

While we had a little fun creating this DIY Home Hip Replacement Kit, the reality is that hip replacement surgery is one of the most advanced and life-changing procedures in modern medicine. When performed by experienced surgeons using the latest techniques, it can help patients return to walking, exercising, traveling, golfing, playing with grandchildren, and living life without the constant burden of hip pain.

At Palmetto Bone & Joint, our team of anterior hip replacement surgeons has performed thousands of hip replacements and brings more experience with the direct anterior approach than any practice in South Carolina. This muscle-sparing technique often allows for less pain, a faster recovery, and a quicker return to the activities you love.

If hip pain is limiting your life, keeping you awake at night, or preventing you from doing the things that matter most, don't wait. The sooner you are evaluated, the sooner you can start your journey back to an active, pain-free lifestyle.

Leave the hip replacements to the professionals.

Schedule your appointment with Palmetto Bone & Joint today and discover why patients from across South Carolina and beyond trust our team for their hip care.

06/07/2026

Meet Mr. Leonard!

When asked about his recovery so far after his Jiffy Knee total knee replacement with Dr. James Loging, Mr. Leonard’s response was “it’s unbelievable.”

Just under 2 weeks after surgery, he is already walking without the use of any assistive devices, using his pain medication very sparingly, and making excellent progress in physical therapy. His knee flexion has improved from 108 degrees to 115 degrees and most recently to 120 degrees.

Following surgery, Mr. Leonard elected to begin directly with outpatient physical therapy, where he has been working on range of motion, muscle strengthening, gait training, and balance. Physical therapy is a critical component of recovery after knee replacement. Consistent participation helps patients restore motion, rebuild strength, improve confidence with walking, and return to everyday activities as safely and efficiently as possible. The muscle- and tendon-sparing approach of the Jiffy Knee technique helps many patients progress through rehabilitation more quickly and achieve important therapy milestones sooner. Take a look at Mr. Leonard’s videos below describing his own experience with the Jiffy Knee.

Jiffy Knee / Dr. James Loging

05/31/2026

Meet Mr. Livingston!

At only two weeks following the Jiffy Knee total knee replacement by Dr. James Loging, Mr. Livingston is walking with only a cane for assistance, no longer using pain medication, has achieved 110 degrees of flexion in his knee, and is back to many of his normal daily activities. He is comfortably navigating stairs and getting in and out of bed and his car with ease. Take a look at his videos below discussing his recovery and demonstrating his gait in the first few weeks following his surgery.

The Jiffy Knee technique is a muscle-sparing and tendon-sparing approach to total knee replacement that avoids cutting through the quadriceps muscle and tendon during surgery. By preserving these important structures, patients experience a faster recovery, improved early function, and a quicker return to the activities they enjoy.

If you think you may be a candidate for a Jiffy Knee total knee replacement and would like to learn more, we would be happy to discuss your options. Contact Palmetto Bone and Joint at any of our locations to schedule a consultation with Dr. Loging and his team!

Jiffy Knee / Dr. James Loging

05/13/2026

Another fantastic outcome from Dr Barra at Palmetto Bone and Joint!

This is Mr. Koon! He had a robotic-assisted total knee replacement with Dr. Matt Barra last month. He had a "functionally aligned" knee replacement, where Dr. Barra provided him with a patient-specific, personalized alignment. He also received the modern press-fit implant which avoids the use of bone cement that can lead to loosening of the implant over time! At only 2 weeks post-surgery, he was pain free with full range of motion.
Personalized knee alignment translates to improved post-operative pain, function and a more natural feeling knee. Get YOUR knee back!
If you are interested in learning more about robotic-assisted knee replacements, functionally aligned/personalized knee replacements, or press-fit implants without bone cement, call one of our offices below to set up a consultation with Dr. Barra.

Newberry: 803-321-6254
Chapin: 803-941-8095
Irmo: 803-470-7040

05/01/2026

Check out another great recovery story from one of Dr. James Loging’s total knee replacement patients!

At just 12 days post-op, Kathy is already:
-Walking without assistive devices
-Managing pain with just Tylenol
-Achieving over 110° of knee flexion

She recently underwent a total knee replacement with Dr. Loging who utilizes the Jiffy Knee technique—a muscle-sparing approach that avoids cutting the quadriceps muscle and tendon helping to support early mobility and recovery.

Our orthopedic team at Palmetto Bone and Joint offers a variety of advanced surgical techniques to tailor care to each patient’s goals and lifestyle. We love seeing progress like this so early in the recovery process—check out Kathy’s story in the videos below!

Jiffy Knee / Dr. James Loging

04/17/2026

Struggling with hip or knee pain? It may be time for a smarter, more advanced solution.

Our new orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Matt Barra, is fellowship-trained in hip and knee replacements, specializing in cutting-edge, modern techniques designed to get you moving again—faster and with less pain.

🔹 Minimally invasive, muscle-sparing anterior hip replacement:
This advanced approach avoids cutting major muscles, helping reduce pain, shorten recovery time, and get you back on your feet sooner.

🔹 Robotic partial and total knee replacement:
Using state-of-the-art robotic technology, he delivers precise implant positioning tailored to your anatomy and provides you with a patient-specific, personalized knee alignment—improving function, alignment, implant longevity and long-term outcomes.

🔹 Modern, Evidence-Based Care:
Through advanced fellowship training, he brings a deep focus on the latest evidence-based techniques for both non-surgical and surgical treatment of hip and knee conditions. He takes the time to clearly explain your diagnosis, treatment options, and the reasoning behind each recommendation—so you can feel confident in your care and your results.

✔ Fellowship-trained expertise
✔ Advanced, precision-guided robotic surgery
✔ Modern recovery techniques and protocols
✔ Faster recovery and improved mobility
✔ Personalized care every step of the way

Don’t settle for limitations. Take the next step toward a more active, pain-free life—schedule your consultation with Dr. Barra today by calling any of the numbers listed below:

Newberry: 803-321-6254
Chapin: 803-941-8095
Irmo: 803-470-7040

02/07/2026

Knee pain doesn’t have to sideline your life.

Paul Russell is an avid softball player who refused to let knee pain keep him off the field. After undergoing a Jiffy Knee® Total Knee Replacement with Dr. James Loging, Paul is back to playing softball and doing the activities he loves—stronger, more confident, and pain-free.

At Palmetto Bone and Joint, we see stories like Paul’s every day. The Jiffy Knee® is a muscle-sparing approach to knee replacement designed to reduce pain, speed recovery, and help patients return to an active lifestyle faster than traditional methods.

If knee pain is holding you back—from sports, work, family time, or simply enjoying everyday life—you don’t have to live with it.

👉 Schedule a consultation with Dr. James Loging today
👉 Learn if the Jiffy Knee® is right for you
👉 Take the first step toward getting your life back

Your comeback starts here. 💪

Jiffy Knee / Dr. James Loging

What does it feel like to get your life back after chronic knee pain? For Paul Russell, an avid softball player, it meant returning to the field, staying act...

11/06/2025

At Palmetto Bone and Joint, our mission is to provide every patient with accurate, evidence-based guidance to protect your joint health and improve your quality of life.

If you’ve been told you need hip surgery, you may have heard about hip resurfacing as a “less invasive,” bone-preserving option compared to a total hip replacement. While it can sound appealing at first glance, the reality is that hip resurfacing often carries more risks than benefits—especially when compared to today’s advanced techniques like anterior total hip replacement.

In this post, we break down why hip resurfacing is frequently the wrong choice, the complications you should be aware of, and why anterior total hip replacement remains the gold standard for restoring mobility, reducing pain, and getting you back to the life you love.

Your hips deserve the best care available—let us help guide you there. 💙

At Palmetto Bone and Joint, we are dedicated to providing patients with the most accurate, evidence-based guidance when it comes to joint health. If you’ve been told you need hip surgery, you may have heard about hip resurfacing as a less invasive, bone-preserving alternative to total hip replacem...

11/04/2025

📸 Happy Radiologic Technology Week! 💀✨

This week we celebrate our incredible X-ray Technicians who play such a vital role in providing outstanding orthopaedic care every single day.
Their skill, precision, and dedication help our physicians diagnose and treat patients with confidence and accuracy — ensuring every patient gets the best care possible.

We’re so thankful for everything they do behind the scenes to keep our team running smoothly and our patients on the path to healing! 💙
Happy Rad Tech Week to all of our amazing radiologic technologists — we couldn’t do it without you!

10/31/2025

🎃⚾️ Happy Halloween from Palmetto Bone & Joint! ⚾️🎃

Dr. James Loging, PA Victoria, and assistant Kaitlin hit it out of the park this year with their “A League of Their Own” costumes! ⚾️👩‍⚕️👨‍⚕️
Just like the movie, we believe there’s no crying in orthopaedics — especially when you’re getting the best, most cutting-edge orthopedic care in the Midlands! 💪🦴

Whether you’re recovering from an injury, battling joint pain, or ready to get back in the game, Palmetto Bone & Joint is truly in a league of its own — with convenient offices in Newberry, Chapin, and Irmo. 🏥⚾️

📅 Make your appointment today and let our team help you swing back into action pain-free!

The Flying Ortho