MRI’s Cannot Predict if Knee Cartilage Can Be Fixed With Knee Surgery

By Dr Schnee · January 20, 2011 · Filed in Cold Laser Therapy, Knee Pain, Knee Surgery · No Comments »

It was once believed that doctors could predict the reparability of a torn meniscus from an MRI.  However, according to a new study released in Decembers issue of the American Journal of Sports Medicine this is not the case.  In fact, when two senior ‘renowned’ radiologists were given a series of preoperative MRI’s of 119 tears to review and determine which tears would need to be repaired versus being removed only one radiologist was correct 63% of the time and the other only 58% of the time.  Both agreed on only 38.1% of the cases. The study concluded that even though MRI’s have a 99% accuracy determining if there is a meniscus tear in the knee joint they cannot predict if the knee cartilage can be fixed with knee surgery.

Bernthal the head researcher in the study stated, “Patients having surgery for a meniscal tear will have to wait until the procedure itself to know just what to expect afterward…My assumption is that somewhere down the line we’ll get to the point of being able to predict (reparability).   But we’re just not there yet.”

Based on this research study patients diagnosed with a meniscus tear will have to find out AFTER the surgery whether the surgeon was able to repair the tear or remove the tissue altogether.  This is a scary thought for patients trying to weigh their options.  Especially, since removing the meniscus tissue will likely create a ‘bone on bone’ situation in the knee.  (Unfortunately, once removed, the meniscal tissue doesn’t grow back.)

The unpredictability of arthroscopic knee surgery is yet another reason to try conservative therapies FIRST!!  Having a doctor treat your knee,who specializes in Cold laser therapy for knee pain is a good place to start with treatments.

If you are suffering from knee pain due to a meniscus tear and you live in the Dallas, Fort Worth or surrounding areas then Dr. Schnee’s Cold Laser Knee Program may be able to help you! Call the DFW Spine & Joint Center at 214-596-1051 to find out if you are a candidate for conservative care.

Or if you would like more information about Dr. Schnee’s Cold Laser Knee Program fill out the form on the right side of this screen to get your FREE report mailed to you entitled, Amazing Cold Laser Therapy the Missing Link to Knee Pain Relief!

Dr. Alexandra K. Schnee, B.S.,D.C.,-Your Cold Laser Treatment Doctor for the Dallas and Fort Worth, Texas Area-“Helping People with Knee Pain in the Dallas, Fort Worth and surrounding areas since 2001.”

Knee Surgery for Torn Cartilage Cannot Be Predicted with an MRI | Dallas-Fort Worth

Dr. Schnee,D.C., discusses research study which states MRI’s cannot predict if knee surgery for torn cartilage will be successful, Dallas-Fort Worth.

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Chondromalacia Patella and Meniscus Tear Knee Pain is Almost Eliminated Since Completing Dr. Schnee’s Cold Laser Knee Program

By Dr Schnee · November 5, 2010 · Filed in Knee Pain, Meniscus Tear, Testimonial · No Comments »

Father Paul drove to Irving every week from Harper, Texas to complete Dr. Schnee’s Cold Laser Knee Program, so that he could avoid having to undergo knee surgery for a meniscus tear and chondromalacia patella.

This is what he had to say about his knee treatments…

 

“The pain was moderate and consistent especially on the IT band (iliotibial band).  I could not kneel [to pray].  I was told that I needed knee surgery [but instead] I took pain pills, I had physical therapy, and one cortisone shot.  [Nothing worked so I decided to try Dr. Schnee’s treatments.]

Since completing Dr. Schnee’s Cold Laser Knee Program I can now walk better, without much pain.  I am very pleased with my results.  The overall percentage of improvement is about 90%.”

Father Paul G., S.O.L.T., Harper, Texas
Medial Meniscus Tear, Chondromalacia Patella, ‘Runner’s Knee’

Dr. Alexandra K. Schnee, B.S,D.C. – Your Cold Laser Doctor for Non-Surgical Knee Pain Relief in the Dallas-Fort Worth and Surrounding Areas of  Texas – ” Dr. Schnee’s Cold Laser Knee Program Has Been Helping People in the Dallas, Fort Worth and Surrounding Texas Areas Get Non-Surgical Knee Pain Relief Since 2001.”

Irving Cold Laser Treatment Doctor Helps Eliminate Most Knee Pain | Dallas-Fort Worth

Irving Cold Laser Treatment Doctor Schnee, D.C. helps eliminate most of patients knee pain with cold laser treatment. Knee pain due to meniscus tear and Chondromalacia Patella

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Use What Works For Treating Knee Pain-Conventional VS. Alternative Knee Treatments

By Dr Schnee · October 26, 2010 · Filed in Cold Laser Therapy, Knee Pain · 1 Comment »

I came across an e-mail today from a former patient who I had treated in 2007 for knee pain from a meniscus tear.  He wrote to me saying that my Cold Laser treatment program ‘fixed his knee right up’ and he hasn’t had any problems in his knee since.  He continued to write, “Everyone in Wichita Falls including my primary care doctor knows about you, and how your cold laser knee program saved me from knee surgery.”

This news alone gave me a sense of satisfaction.

Nothing makes me happier then to have former patients writing me saying that they have no more knee pain after completing my Cold Laser Knee Program.

Even though I have hundreds of success stories from individuals telling me that their able to avoid knee surgery after completing my treatment program;   I am a realist and I know that not all patients will respond to care.  Just like not everyone will respond to knee surgery.  Sometimes the solution to your knee pain isn’t clear cut, and it needs multiple methods to treat it.  There are conditions in which using ‘alternative’ treatments like cold laser therapy; in conjunction with ‘conventional’ medicine can be the best solutions for treating your knee pain.

For example, I consulted with an individual years ago that had no choice but to get knee surgery because he had a bucket handle tear (a rare type of meniscus tear that causes mechanical instability and a great deal of pain).  While the surgery corrected the instability in the knee it didn’t relieve him of all of the pain, tightness, and swelling around the ligaments and muscles. So three months after he had knee surgery he started my cold laser knee program.  And at the end of five weeks he was pain-free and the swelling was completely gone.   In this case by using a combination of both conventional and ‘alternative’ treatments his orthopedic doctor and I were able to get him the best results.

The bottom line is you should do whatever works! Obviously, if your condition allows, leave knee surgery as the final option after all conservative methods have been exhausted.  But if you have no choice and you have to undergo knee surgery, keep an open mind; don’t cut yourself off to the possibility of having a team of doctor’s in different fields working on treating your knee.  Certain conditions of the knee respond best by combining both conventional and ‘alternative’ care methods.

Dr. Alexandra Schnee, D.C., practices at the DFW Spine & Joint Center, she is world renowned in the field of Cold Laser Therapy for the non-surgical treatment of severe knee pain. Dr. Schnee’s Cold Laser Knee Program is considered one of the most successful non-invasive treatment programs available. If you would like more information about Dr. Schnee’s Cold Laser Knee Program go to http://www.helpmykneepain.com/cold-laser/free-report to get a FREE 16 page report mailed to you.

Dr. Alexandra K. Schnee, B.S., D.C.-“Your Cold Laser Professional for the treatment of knee pain in the Dallas and Fort Worth, Texas Area”

Treating knee pain conventionally vs alternative knee pain treatments w/ Cold Laser Therapy | Dallas-Fort Worth

This article examines the benefit for knee pain sufferers for using cold laser therapy as opposed to knee surgery and other traditional knee treatments.

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Diagnosed With A Meniscus Tear in the Knee? It’s NOT the Reason You’re Having Knee Pain

Patients diagnosed with a meniscus tear in the knee often think that it’s the meniscus tear that is causing them to be in pain.  So they often undergo arthroscopic knee surgery to have the tear removed. Many times patients are disappointed after the surgery because the pain hasn’t completely gone away. Why?  This is because a meniscus tear is often blamed for knee pain when it really isn’t the cause.  Tears in the meniscus don’t actually cause pain because there are no nerve endings in meniscus tissue.  Instead, the pain is coming from the tissue and the lining around the joint (synovium) that is also irritated and inflamed and does have a nerve supply. In fact, YOU WON’T EXPERIENCE ANY KNEE PAIN EVEN WITH A MENISCUS TEAR if the nerves in the tissue or the lining around the joint aren’t inflamed or irritated.

The New England Journal of Medicine reported in September 2008 that meniscus tears on MRI’s are incidental findings and are very common in the “general population and increase with increasing age.”  Furthermore, 61% OF THE SUBJECTS IN THE STUDY HAD MENISCUS TEARS ON MRI BUT NONE OF THEM HAD PAIN, STIFFNESS OR ACHES.  THEY WERE SYMPTOM-FREE.  This study proves that MENISCUS TEARS DON’T CAUSE KNEE PAIN.  There are certain types of meniscus tears that may cause the knee to lock up and create problems with range of motion.  However, meniscus tissue has NO NERVE ENDINGS SO IT IS IMPOSSIBLE FOR YOU TO EXPERIENCE KNEE PAIN DIRECTLY FROM THE TEAR ITSELF.

I’ve treated hundreds of individuals diagnosed with knee pain from meniscus tears and I’ve been able to alleviate the pain, help them avoid arthroscopic knee surgery and keep them that way- even with the meniscus tear still there.  Initially individuals with a meniscus tear come into my office complaining of knee pain. The pain is often described as sharp and shooting (especially if they turn a certain way) or it can be deep, dull and achy.  In severe cases the pain prevents them from sleeping and walking for any length of time.  Under my care, a typical patient with a meniscus tear will complete a series of cold laser treatments along with physiotherapy modalities.  Usually after a few weeks of treatments they leave my office pain-free and the muscles around the joint are stronger.

What does my Cold Laser Knee Program do for patients with meniscus tears?  It relieves the pain and reduces swelling by eliminating nerve irritation and inflammation to the synovium (joint lining) and surrounding tissues. Cold lasers don’t CUT OUT OR REMOVE THE MENISCUS like arthroscopes (the tool used in arthroscopic surgery).  Why would you want to remove cartilage or meniscus if that’s not what’s causing your knee pain?  It won’t grow back if it’s removed and the area becomes a breeding ground for arthritis. At the DFW Spine & Joint Center we don’t want you to have to undergo unnecessary knee surgery.  Instead we want to use cold laser therapy to work on a cellular level to eliminate pain, reduce inflammation, increase blood flow, increase energy production of the cell, and, as a result, speed up the healing process.  In addition, to cold laser therapy we also want to strengthen the muscles around your knee joint so that it becomes more stable and your condition doesn’t reoccur.  Most patients who complete our Cold Laser Knee Program have sustainable results, and unless they reinjure their knee never have to see us for treatments in the future.

Mr. James S. is a classic example of a patient diagnosed with a medial meniscus tear.  He did not want arthroscopic knee surgery because it made sense to him that if he had the meniscus cut out it would NEVER grow back.  He also came into my office because he had educated himself about the meniscus.  He learned that the meniscus did not have a nerve supply so it was impossible for the pain to be coming from the tear. He also deduced that if he had arthroscopic knee surgery to remove the tear it would do nothing to reduce the irritation and inflammation for the tissue in the knee actually causing the pain.

The following is what Mr. James S. wrote about his knee before and after completing Dr. Schnee’s Cold Laser Knee Program “My knee pain was severe and I felt pain in the front and back of the knee. I couldn’t sleep because of the pain and I couldn’t stand for long.  Since completing Dr. Schnee’s Cold Laser Knee Program my knee is 90% better then it was and the best part is I can stand, walk and sleep through the night without experiencing knee pain.”

If you live in Dallas-Fort Worth or the surrounding areas and you have a meniscus tear and are suffering from knee pain and you want to experience pain relief and hope to avoid knee surgery then call the DFW Spine & Joint Center at 214-596-1051.  Dr. Schnee’s Cold Laser Knee Program combines cold laser therapy, non-weight bearing exercises, along with other modalities to help eliminate knee pain and strengthen the knee.

Or if you would like more information about Dr. Schnee’s Cold Laser Knee Program fill out the form on the right side of this screen to get your FREE report mailed to you entitled, Amazing Cold Laser Therapy the Missing Link to Knee Pain Relief!

Dr. Alexandra K. Schnee, B.S.,D.C.,-Your Cold Laser Doctor for the Non-Surgical Treatment of Knee Pain in the Dallas and Fort Worth, Texas Area-“ Dr. Schnee’s Cold Laser Knee Program -Helping People with Knee Pain and Joint Pain Avoid Knee Surgery in the Dallas, Fort Worth and surrounding areas since 2001.”

Meniscus Tear May Not Be The Reason For Knee Pain | Dallas-Fort Worth

Dallas Cold Laser Doctor Alexandra Schnee, D.C. shares information on what causes knee pain from meniscus tears and how to avoid knee surgery.

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Dallas Texas Resident Experiences Knee Pain Relief from Meniscus Tear and Arthritis at the DFW Spine & Joint Center

By Dr Schnee · September 30, 2010 · Filed in Cold Laser Therapy, Knee Pain, Meniscus Tear, Testimonial · No Comments »

“Before starting Dr. Alexandra Schnee’s Cold Laser Knee Program I had an MRI that stated I had a medial meniscus tear and severe arthritis in the left knee.  I was told by an orthopedic surgeon to get arthroscopic knee surgery but I did not want to get knee surgery this young.  I felt a constant ache, burning pain and tightening in the left knee.  I wasn’t sleeping at night and I couldn’t walk for any length of time without my knee hurting.  I had a very difficult time doing house work and I could not bend down.

Since completing Dr. Schnee’s Cold Laser Knee Program at the DFW Spine & Joint Center I can now sleep all night, climb stairs, and I can walk distances.  I am very pleased with the results!  I am probably 85% stronger today! I now have more good days then bad days and I have some days that my knee feels PERFECT!

Erma F., Garland, Texas

If you are suffering from knee pain and you want to avoid knee surgery then Dr. Schnee’s Cold Laser Knee Program may be able to help you.  Dr. Schnee’s Cold Laser Knee Program combines cold laser therapy, non-weight bearing exercises, along with other modalities to help eliminate knee pain and strengthen the knee.

If you live in the Dallas, Fort Worth or surrounding areas call our office at 214- 596-1051 to find out if you’re a candidate for Dr. Schnee’s Cold Laser Knee Program.

Or if you would like more information about Dr. Schnee’s Cold Laser Knee Program fill out the form on the right side of this screen to get your FREE report mailed to you entitled, Amazing Cold Laser Therapy the Missing Link to Knee Pain Relief!

Dr. Alexandra K. Schnee, B.S.,D.C.,-Your Cold Laser Doctor for the Non-Surgical Treatment of Knee Pain in the Dallas and Fort Worth, Texas Area-“Dr. Schnee’s Cold Laser Knee Program Helping People with Knee Pain and Joint Pain Avoid Knee Surgery in the Dallas, Fort Worth and surrounding areas since 2001.”

Arthritis Meniscus Tear Knee Pain Relief With Cold Laser Therapy | Dallas-Fort Worth

Dr.Schnee, D.C., Irving, TX- A patient of hers found knee pain relief from arthritis knee pain and a meniscus tear w/ Cold Laser Therapy Knee Program.

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How to Treat Meniscus Tears and Why You Should Avoid Knee Surgery

By Dr Schnee · August 27, 2010 · Filed in Cold Laser Therapy, Knee Surgery, Meniscus Tear · 1 Comment »

Did you know that there are millions of individuals who walk around every day with meniscus tears and are completely asymptomatic (they feel no pain)?  Unfortunately, once pain is perceived and a meniscus tear is diagnosed most orthopedic surgeons will usually recommend arthroscopic knee surgery.   However, since knee surgery in patients over the age of 40 is often unsuccessful and it accelerates the arthritic process in the knee it should only be considered once all conservative measures have been exhausted.

There are several different types of meniscus tears and the location and size of the tear determines how it should be treated and whether the meniscus tear has the potential to respond to conservative care.

A meniscus tear is in one of these three zones:

Red Zone- The red zone is located in the outer one third of the meniscus.  This area has a rich blood supply therefore a meniscus tear in this region responds well to conservative care.  Many times a tear in this area will heal spontaneously if given a chance. The RICE method may be useful in this case.  (RICE stands for rest, ice, compression, and elevation.)Sometimes, the tissue needs a ‘jumpstart’ or an extra ‘push’ so it can heal faster.  Therefore, cold laser therapy is a great option for individuals with this type of tear since it helps stimulate more blood flow, decreases pain, and inflammation in the area allowing the tissues to heal and repair faster.  Try to avoid arthroscopic knee surgery if you have a tear in this region.

Red/White Zone- This type of tear extends from the red zone (the outer one third) into the inner two thirds of the meniscus or the white zone.  The white zone is an area that has no blood supply.  Knee surgery may not work because the meniscus may not heal after the surgery is performed so conservative care should be considered first.  The goal for conservative care (ie cold laser therapy) with this type of tear is to help individuals get out of pain, and reduce swelling and keep them that way.

White Zone- Again the white zone is located in the inner two thirds of the meniscus. If you have a tear located in this zone this is a tricky area to treat because it is avascular.  This means there is no blood supply to the meniscus in this area. Due to the lack of blood supply a torn meniscus in this zone is unlikely to heal with ANY TYPE of treatment including arthroscopic knee surgery.  The goal with conservative care such as cold laser therapy is to help provide the individual with pain relief and decrease the inflammation in the knee joint.

In summary, many individuals have tears AND NEVER EVEN KNOW IT! So it is possible to be asymptomatic and still have a meniscus tear! Oftentimes individuals are scared into surgery by their doctors.  They’re told that if they don’t have knee surgery that they’ll eventually develop arthritis in the knee.

What do you think arthroscopic knee surgery does to your knee?!!

Knee surgery guarantees that you will develop arthritis, and the arthritic process will be accelerated.  It actually compounds the same problem (arthritis) your doctor told you would be avoided by undergoing knee surgery.  Furthermore, if the meniscus or meniscus tear is cut out or removed your knee joint is left with less of a cushion and shock absorber.

The bottom line is that after any injury or surgery, arthritis is likely to develop.  At least with conservative care the meniscus is left intact therefore the shock absorber (meniscus) isn’t removed.

Of course there are cases where knee surgery cannot be avoided; however, if possible give  your knee an opportunity to heal without knee surgery.  Many times conservative care will allow an individual to become asymptomatic, and depending on the type of tear and its location the tear may heal on its own. Try the RICE method. In addition, visit a doctor that specializes in treating the knee joint with cold laser therapy which may help your knee heal faster by increasing blood flow, decreasing pain, and reducing inflammation in the knee.

The following is a case study about a patient who chose Dr. Schnee’s Cold Laser Knee Program to treat his severe knee pain and swelling from a meniscus tear.

Recently, Mr. B. age 54, a television producer from Lewisville Texas came in to the DFW Spine & Joint Center complaining of severe knee pain and swelling in his left knee.  He rated his knee pain a 6-8 on a pain scale of 1-10.  His knee pain prevented him from walking without a limp and climbing stairs.  He even complained of knee pain while he was driving, and he could not sleep through the night without tossing and turning.  His MRI stated he had a medial meniscus tear in the red/white zone and severe arthritis.  He already had arthroscopic knee surgery for the same condition on the same knee the year prior. But Mr. B did not want to undergo knee surgery for a second time so instead he chose to complete Dr. Schnee’s Cold Laser Knee Program.

After completing treatments, Mr. B is now able to walk without any knee pain and is able to walk without a limp 90% of the time.  He has more stamina in standing positions and is now able to climb and descend stairs without experiencing knee pain.  According to Mr. B his knee feels 75-80% better than it did before starting knee treatments and most importantly he was able to avoid knee surgery.

If you want to find out if you’re a candidate for Dr. Schnee’s Cold Laser Knee Program, and live in the Dallas, Fort Worth or surrounding areas call our office at 214- 596-1051. Or if you would like more information about Dr. Schnee’s Cold Laser Knee Program fill out the form on the right side of this screen to get your FREE report mailed to you entitled, Amazing Cold Laser Therapy the Missing Link to Knee Pain Relief!

Dr. Alexandra K. Schnee, B.S.,D.C.,-Your Cold Laser Professional for the Dallas and Fort Worth, Texas Area-“Helping People with Knee Pain and Joint Pain in the Dallas, Fort Worth and surrounding areas since 2001.”

 Avoid Knee Surgery | Help Meniscus Tear Knee Pain with Cold Laser Therapy | Dallas-Fort Worth

Dr.Schnee, D.C discusses the benefits of her Cold laser therapy knee program, over Knee Surgery for Knee Pain Relief from a Torn Meniscus in the Knee. Dallas-Fort Worth.

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Treating Knee Pain From A Baker’s Cyst, Meniscus Tear And Arthritis With Cold Laser Therapy

A Dallas Residents Story Of Overcoming Knee Pain And Avoiding Knee Surgery With This High Tech Treatment

The following is the true story of Jill V. a 61 year old Plano resident diagnosed with arthritis, a meniscus tear, a Baker’s Cyst, and near bone on bone and the knee treatments she tried before she finally found Dr. Schnee.

“In September of 2009 my pain was focused on the inside of my left knee.  From time to time it would vary to the back portion of the knee.  Unless one has actually experienced this type of knee pain, it is hard for someone to grasp how intense this can be.  The pain was sharp, stabbing, burning and achy.  Walking, climbing stairs, sitting, sleeping were all uncomfortable.  I had severe swelling in the back of my knee.  The pain was constant.  I was always groaning every time I took a step.  It was crippling me and my well being.  It obviously changed my life and not for the better.  In December 2009 I needed to seek some options and some answers.

After about 4 months of agonizing knee pain in my left knee I was referred to an orthopedic surgeon by my primary care doctor.  First, he took a knee x-ray and an MRI which revealed inflammation, some arthritis, a meniscus tear, a bakers cyst and near bone on bone.  He explained what this all meant and I begged him for a cortisone injection.  For 4 days I had no pain in my knee.  I was brand new, but that didn’t last long.  After the four days I was in excruciating pain again.  Then he sent me for physical rehabilitation.  I did stretches, used heat/ice packs, and lotions.  I was still hurting in January of 2010.  There was NO RELIEF in sight.  So in February he recommended a series of three injections called Euflexxa.  These injections don’t tickle.  They are painful.  They first start out by draining the knee fluid with a syringe and then they follow that with the injection.  I believe anyone who has had these injections will tell you they ‘hurt’, this is not an exaggeration. The result of these painful injections?  Zero, the Euflexxa did not work on me and the pain never lessened.  In March, I was referred to the ‘Brace Guy’.  This was just another added expense and the brace was heavy and burdensome.  In May 2010 I read about Dr. Schnee’s Cold Laser Knee Pain Solution Program.

She was my last hope otherwise the orthopedic knee doctor told me that we would have to discuss knee surgery.

I completed Dr. Schnee’s Cold Laser Knee Program in July and now I can walk without knee pain, climb stairs with no effort.  I can sit and get up from a chair or bed without hesitation on the first step.  The swelling in the back of the knee from the Baker’s Cyst is minimal.  And I can pretty much do anything I want to do now.

I am so pleased with the results of this program! I thoroughly enjoyed each and every treatment especially the wonderful massage at the end of each visit.  What a treat! Each therapist is precise and extremely adequate with each session.   Dr. Schnee explained to me from the very beginning that because my knee condition was severe that I would probably not be 100% pain free. But I feel like I am 100% because I am 85-90% pain free! For me these treatments have been very successful.  I am walking without pain.   I don’t wake up during the night whenever I move my leg.  There are times that I even forget my knee ever hurt so badly.   I have NO sharp, stabbing or burning pain in my knee.  It has definitely helped me get back on track.

Anyone who has issues with their knee needs this program it WILL work for you too.

Jill V. Plano Texas, Retired

If you are suffering with severe knee pain due to a baker’s cyst, a meniscus tear and arthritis and have tried medications and injections without any success AND you DON’T WANT KNEE SURGERY then call Dr. Alexandra Schnee, D.C at the DFW Spine & Joint Center in Irving, Texas (214) 596-1051.

If you would like more information about Dr. Schnee’s Cold Laser Knee Program fill out the form on the right side of the screen to get your FREE 16 page report mailed to you.

Dr. Alexandra K. Schnee, B.S.,D.C.,-Your Cold Laser Doctor for the Non-Surgical Treatment of Knee Pain for the  Dallas and Fort Worth, Texas Area-“ Dr. Schnee’s Cold Laser Knee Program Has Been Helping People with Knee Pain and Joint Pain in the Dallas, Fort Worth and surrounding areas since 2001.”

Cold Laser Therapy Program Helps w/ Baker’s Cyst – Meniscus Tear Knee Pain | Dallas-Fort Worth

Plano TX, resident raves about how Dr. Schnee’s Cold Laser Therapy Treatment Program helped her Avoid Knee Surgery Dallas-Fort Worth.

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Arthroscopic Knee Surgery to Repair ACL Injuries or Meniscus Tears Won’t Stop Osteoarthritis from Developing In the Knee

A study published in the journal of Radiology (August 2010 issue) followed 326 men and women 10 years after they had arthroscopic knee surgery to repair torn Anterior Cruciate Ligaments (ACL) and meniscus tears. Initially, researchers hypothesized that patients who had arthroscopic knee surgery would lower their risk for developing osteoarthritis in their knee and also lower their risk for other complications such as loss of cartilage, lesions in the bone marrow, and narrowing of the joint space.  However, this was not the case, osteoarthritis developed in the men and women’s knees’ despite doing knee surgery to fix the injuries.

This research study confirms what I view on x-rays on a daily basis which is knee surgery does NOT stop osteoarthritis from developing.  instead it actually helps contribute and speeds up the process of cartilage loss and deterioration!

The bottom line is knee surgery will not prevent arthritis in the knee, so don’t be fooled into thinking that it will…

To read about How Cold Laser Therapy Helps Stave off the Effects of Osteoarthritis in the Knee click here.

If you live in the Dallas, Fort Worth or surrounding areas call our office at 214- 596-1051 to find out if you’re a candidate for Dr. Schnee’s Cold Laser Knee Program.

Or if you would like more information about Dr. Schnee’s Cold Laser Knee Program fill out the form on the right side of this screen to get your FREE report mailed to you entitled, Amazing Cold Laser Therapy the Missing Link to Knee Pain Relief!

Dr. Alexandra K. Schnee, B.S., D.C.- Your Cold Laser Doctor for the Treatment of Knee Pain for the Dallas-Fort Worth and Surrounding Areas. “Dr. Schnee’s Cold Laser Knee Program Has Been Helping People with Knee Pain Avoid Knee Surgery Since 2001.”

  1. Stein, Jeanine. Surgery to Repair ACL and Meniscus Injuries May Not Reduce Osteoarthritis Risk.  Los Angeles Times. June 29,2010.

Arthroscopic Knee Surgery Is Useless for Preventing Arthritis in the Knee | Dallas-Fort Worth

Knee surgery for meniscus tears/ACL injury does not prevent arthritis in the knee.Cold Laser Knee Program may be a better choice Dallas-Ft. Worth.

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Pastor Suffering with Severe Knee Pain from Meniscus Tear is 90% Better after Completing Dr. Schnee’s Cold Laser Treatments

By Dr Schnee · June 24, 2010 · Filed in Knee Surgery, Meniscus Tear, Testimonial · No Comments »

“I had knee pain that was almost unbearable.  I couldn’t stand or sleep in bed without having severe knee pain.  I had to sleep in a recliner because my knee hurt.  I tried cortisone shots and rooster comb or gel injections but I didn’t get any knee pain relief  from those.  I was told that I needed a knee operation, but I had too many friends that had one done and they were still hurting so I didn’t want to do knee surgery.

I’ve almost completed my cold laser treatments with Dr. Schnee, and I am very pleased with my results.  I can now sleep in my bed with very little knee pain. My knee is 90% better then it was prior to completing treatments with Dr. Alexandra Schnee!”

C.C., Pastor, Glenn Heights, TX

As a result of completing Dr. Schnee’s Cold Laser Knee Program Mr. C.  is now able to sleep through night and preach to his congregation without experiencing severe knee pain.  He was able to get enough pain relief where he was able to avoid knee surgery. 

Check Out a video of  Mr. C  below:

Are you suffering with knee pain from a meniscus tear or cartilage tear? Do you have knee pain at night that prevents you from sleeping? Are you unable to stand or walk because your knee pain is unbearable? Have knee injections (Rooster Comb, gel injections, cortisone injections) become ineffective?

If you answered yes to any of these questions then Dr. Schnee’s Cold Laser Knee Program may be able to help you!

Call the DFW Spine & Joint Center at 214-596-1051 or to order a free information packet about Dr. Schnee’s Cold Laser Knee Program fill out the form on the right side of this screen to get your FRRE 16 page report mailed to you today! 

Dr. Alexandra K. Schnee, B.S.,D.C.,-Your Cold Laser Doctor for the Non-Surgical Treatment of  Knee Pain for the Dallas, Fort Worth, Irving, Texas Area-“ Dr. Schnee’s Cold Laser Knee Program Has Been Helping People with Knee Pain and Joint Pain  Avoid Knee Surgery in the Dallas, Fort Worth and surrounding areas since 2001.”

Cold Laser Therapy Helps Meniscus Tear Pain Irving, Texas | Dallas-Fort Worth

Dr.Schnee,D.C. shares testimonial from a patient who had their meniscus tear knee pain eased w/ her cold laser therapy knee program. Dallas-Fort Worth.

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Find Out How Patient Was Able To Avoid Knee Surgery After MRI Showed Medial Meniscus Tear and Arthritis Of The Knee

By Dr Schnee · June 23, 2010 · Filed in Meniscus Tear, Testimonial · No Comments »

“Before I came in to see Dr. Schnee I was told by an orthopedic surgeon that I would need knee surgery.  I had severe knee pain when I walked, stood etc…I couldn’t walk for 10 minutes without experiencing knee pain, and I couldn’t stand for very long.

Now since completing Dr. Schnee’s Cold Laser Treatment Knee Program I can walk without knee pain.  I am pleased overall and my knee is about 80% better then when I started treatments!”

Raymond J., Retired, Dallas Texas

Have you been diagnosed with a medial meniscus tear and/or arthritis of the knee and want to avoid knee surgery?  Then Dr. Schnee’s Cold Laser Treatment Knee Program may be the answer…

If you live in the Dallas, Fort Worth, Irving or surrounding areas call our office at 214- 596-1051 to find out if you’re a candidate for Dr. Schnee’s Cold Laser Knee Program.

Or if you would like more information about Dr. Schnee’s Cold Laser Knee Program fill out the form on the right side of this screen to get your FREE report mailed to you entitled, Amazing Cold Laser Therapy the Missing Link to Knee Pain Relief!

Dr. Alexandra K. Schnee, B.S.,D.C.,-Your Cold Laser Professional for the Non-Surgical  Treatment of Knee Pain for the Dallas and Fort Worth, Texas Area-“ Dr. Schnee’s Cold Laser Knee Program  Has Been Helping People with Knee Pain and Joint Pain in the Dallas, Fort Worth and surrounding areas since 2001.”

Relieve Meniscus Tear Pain w/ Cold Laser Treatment Program; Knee Surgery Alternative | Dallas-Fort Worth

Dallas-Fort Worth Cold Laser Treatment Knee Program w/ Dr.Alexandra Schnee, D.C. helps patients relieve meniscus tear pain without knee surgery.

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Dr. Schnee’s Cold Laser Therapy Knee Program: Unique protocols that combine multiple cold laser therapy systems and other types of knee therapy for the treatment of knee pain: Irving, Dallas, Arlington, Carrollton, Grapevine, Southlake, Colleyville, North Richland Hills, Bedford, Hurst, Euless, Fort Worth, Grand Prairie, Farmers Branch, Lewisville, Garland, McKinney, Plano, Frisco.