Knee and Shoulder Blog

Patient with knee pain
Knee

PCL Tears vs. ACL Tears

Medically reviewed by Paul G. Kiritsis, MD | Reviewed July 2026 In my Richmond and Midlothian practice, I see far more ACL tears than PCL

Person who hurt their shoulder doing push-ups
Shoulder

Shoulder Pain When Doing Push Ups

Push-ups are a fundamental bodyweight exercise, valued for building upper-body and core strength. While a staple in many fitness routines, it is not uncommon for

PRP centrifugation diagram
PRP

PRP for Shoulder Pain

Shoulder pain is a condition that affects millions of individuals, interfering with quality of life, professional activities, and the ability to perform daily tasks. For

Person who just tore their MCL
Knee

What Is an MCL Tear?

Medically reviewed by Paul G. Kiritsis, MD | Reviewed August 2026 A knee injury can be a frightening and confusing experience. You might feel pain,

Someone with Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome
Patellofemoral Disorders

How to Deal with Kneecap Pain

Medically reviewed by Paul G. Kiritsis, MD | Reviewed August 2026 Kneecap pain, also referred to as patellofemoral pain, is a common complaint. It affects

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