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What to do When You've Injured Your Shoulder Sep 13th, 2021

If you've hurt your shoulder, you should see your orthopedic surgeon for treatment. Dr. Babak Samimi, Dr. Soheil Samimi, and Dr. David Eldringhoff of Samimi Orthopaedic Group in Los Angeles and West Covina, CA, offer shoulder injury treatment. Types of Shoulder Injuries  Acute Shoulder Injuries  Acute shoulder injuries occur suddenly...

What Does an Orthopaedic Surgeon Do? Aug 31st, 2021

An orthopaedic surgeon is a specialist you should consult to evaluate musculoskeletal injuries. Perhaps you need a joint replacement or suffer afracture of a bone. The experts here at Samimi Orthopaedic Group - Dr. Babak Samimi, Dr. Soheil Samimi, and Dr. David Eldringhoff each have tremendous knowledge of the human...

What Surgery Can do For Your Torn Labrum or Labral Aug 24th, 2021

Surrounding the shoulder joint is a thick piece of cartilage called the labrum. Repetitive overhead movements or an injury can result in a labral tear and lead to shoulder instability, as well as pain and discomfort. One way to repair a torn labrum is through surgery. Dr. Babak Samimi, Dr....

Signs of an Injured Knee Aug 23rd, 2021

Worried about a knee injury? It’s important to know the warning signs. Knee injuries are quite common. In fact, it’s estimated that around 6.6 million knee injuries happen per year in the US alone. If you are experiencing knee pain, stiffness, or limited mobility, it may be time to turn to Dr....

Signs that you Need a Shoulder Rotator Cuff Tear Repair Aug 16th, 2021

Are you suffering from a shoulder injury? Visit your West Covina and Los Angeles, CA, physicians of Samimi Orthopaedic Group to receive the best health care. What is the shoulder rotator cuff tear? A rotator cuff is a set of muscles and tendons surrounding your shoulder. A tear or injury...

Tennis Elbow: Symptoms and Treatments Aug 15th, 2021

Repeated, forceful movements of the arm can result in tennis elbow. Whether you're an athlete, painter, butcher, or someone who does activities involving repetitive movements, Samimi Orthopaedic Group in West Covina, and Los Angeles, CA, can evaluate your joint and treat the injury. Tennis elbow symptoms Tennis elbow, also called...

Knee Arthritis: Symptoms and How We Can Help Aug 12th, 2021

Knee arthritis is essentially inflammation of your knee joint. This condition can be painful and may restrict your mobility. Your doctors, Dr. Babak Samimi, Dr. Soheil Samimi, and Dr. David Eldringhoff, of Samimi Orthopaedic Group, in West Covina and Los Angeles, CA, can help you diagnose and treat knee arthritis....

Tennis Elbow: Symptoms and Treatments Jun 7th, 2021

Your orthopaedic surgeons in West Covina, and Los Angeles, CA, can help with tennis elbow.Tennis elbow isn’t just for tennis players. In fact, any repetitive motion activity involving your elbow can lead to tennis elbow symptoms. It’s a common overuse injury affecting your forearm tendons. Fortunately, your orthopaedic surgeon can...

Treatments for Torn Shoulder Labrum Jun 6th, 2021

Your orthopaedic surgeons in Los Angeles, and West Covina, CA, can help when you’ve injured your shoulder.You use your shoulder a lot, and when you experience a shoulder injury, it can really impact your life. Every movement of your shoulder can be painful. Your orthopaedic surgeon can help you get...

We Treat Knee Injuries Mar 23rd, 2021

Knee injuries impact your entire body's mobility, and with it your ability to carry on with everyday life. Minor sprains can often be handled at home with some ice and rest, but depending on variables like age, the severity of the injury itself, and whether a chronic problem may be...

What To Know About a Knee Meniscus Transplant Mar 14th, 2021

How a knee meniscus transplant from your orthopaedic surgeons in West Covina, CA, can strengthen your knee If you are active, it’s very easy to suffer a knee injury. Your knee is a complex joint that performs a wide variety of functions like helping you walk, stand, and support your...

What Knee ACL Reconstruction Could Do for You Mar 10th, 2021

How an ACL reconstruction from your orthopaedic surgeons in West Covina, CA, can help your knees Your knees are important because they help to support your body weight, and help you have the flexibility, mobility, and stability you need to walk around. One of the main ligaments supporting and stabilizing...

Treating Your Knee Meniscus Tear Mar 9th, 2021

If you’re dealing with a torn meniscus, here’s what you should know about treating it.  The meniscus is a cartilage that provides knee stability as well as shock absorption and cushioning. Unfortunately, any fast or sudden twisting or turning movements of the knee can lead to a torn meniscus. We...

What Is Rotator Cuff Repair? Mar 7th, 2021

Are you wondering if surgery the only way to treat a torn rotator cuff? Every time you brush your hair, grab the shampoo from the shower caddy above you, or throw a ball, your shoulders (particularly your rotator cuff) are responsible for all of these movements. The rotator cuff, which...

Helping Your Shoulder Instability Jan 28th, 2021

Your shoulder is a miraculously large joint that is responsible for the wide range of motion of your arms. However, overuse or a traumatic injury could compromise this range and cause shoulder instability. Search no further than Samimi Orthopaedic Group for help with your shoulder instability, proudly serving West Covina...

Welcome to Our Blog Oct 18th, 2020

Welcome to the Blog of Samimi Orthopaedic GroupSamimi Orthopaedic Group would like to welcome you to our blog. Here you will find informative and useful postings about your health and our practice.At Samimi Orthopaedic Group we believe that educated patients are better prepared to make decisions regarding their overall health...

Haiti Earthquake Jan 31st, 2020

The earthquake in Haiti has made me realize why I got into this profession in the first place. Since this traumatic event took place, I have not been able to stop thinking about how I can help out and give back to those in need. After numerous attempts to reach...