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What Your Doctor May Not Tell You About Knee Pain and Surgery : Learn The Truth About MRIs And Common Misdiagnoses--And Avoid Unnecessary Surgery

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I thought that this book contained an informative behind the scenes look at the orthopedic world. Although I believe that many are not out to simply get you in surgery, I'm sure there are a good portion that are and this book will give you cues on how to spot a happy cutting surgeon. This book will also awaken you to the fact that the doctor is merely a human being, sometimes making educated guesses into your condition.

I love the author's approach and direct writing style. This book gives some information about virtually any knee problem that can arise. Most likely it will affirm you to wait, try some exercises and see how it feels. It will also give you ideas on questions to ask the doctor, as well as give you a thorough understanding of the anatomy of the knee (as of 2002).

This book was an excellent synopsis of what every patient needs to know about their knee pain, what the possible diagnoses are, what treatment options they have, and what tests may be helpful in treating their condition. An excellent resource to the public. I wish every doctor could explain things the way Dr. Grelsamer does in his book. Nothing is meant to go over the paitents head.
nicola hawkinson

This book should be a must for anyone who is experiencing knee pain and/or is considering having surgery. It is well written and easy for the everyday person to understand. Personally having read the book and recently having has knee surgery I found the book great reading and informative.

As a former thorobred racehorse jockey I know about Knee Pain and injury, Dr. Grelsamers book was informative and answered alot of questions I've had about surgery and alternatives. Thank you and Bravo!! Dr. Grelsamer.

Orthopaedic docs come from the ranks are our county's best and brightest. Surely I can count on getting top quality care for my knee, right? That's what I figured, but Dr Grelsamer explains why this ain't necessarily so as only an insider can. (Money, the medial system, tremendous technology changes, and the tricky nature of the knee come into play.)

If you are having any doubts about your course of treatment (especially surgery), I think this is a great resource to arm yourself with knowlege. Of course I am not medically trained, but I spent days coursing the internet and this info feels on target. And it really opened up my eyes. If you go into surgery, why not do it (or not do it) with your eyes wide open?

I could have avoided an unessary cortisone shot if I had gotten this earlier... Very easy reading..... Just raced/skimmed through it last night in a few hours.... Organized well making it a good reference... A steal for the cost...

I cannot think of any negatives. Though I imagine if I was a doc, I might have disagreements about specific technical assertions.

Don't get me wrong. If your doc is experienced and has a good repuation, you may be fine. But even this ain't necessarily so...

This book has a lot of helpful information.Anyone who is having problems with arthritis--knee problems would be well advised to get this book.I found it very helpful and informative.I like the fact that it was written by a doctor---doctors are usually rushed and this answers questions you may not have thought about to ask---do yourself a favor and get this book.

If you or someone you knows has knee problems this is one of the only books you may need. It goes into detail about all different areas from how MRIs can read false positive to what to look for in a Dr. and how to pick one out.

When to look at surgery and when to run from it. He talks to us (the people) who do not know anterior from medial to flexion) he uses plain english and makes some amazing points. An amazing book.

What the doc may not tell you about knee pain and surgery is really what this book is about.

Dr Grelsamer's list of unethical tricks played by unscrupulous doctors proved prophetic about a week after his book arrived. The surgeon I went to shook his head sadly, pointed to the miniscule meniscal tear possibly shown on an MRI and assured me that [for about $4000] he thought he could fix it. He actually denied that a meniscal tear could be repaired without surgery or that it could even be non-clinical [ie not a problem needing intervention]. He ticked most of the boxes in Grelsamer's book.

I, too, shook my head sadly, and walked away to continue my non-surgical rehab. I haven't decided what to spend that $4000 on yet!

Martin

The book presents a bleak but shockingly informative new outlook on the knee industry. However, I wish it provided physician or hospital referrals because it still leaves us, the public, still holding the bag; at least in the US. Also found some questions unanswered or not addressed that are pertinent. Overall, a must read.

It's always good to know how to avoid surgery if you can. I need knee replacements so this was especially interesting to me. Good information.