What is arthritis?
Commonly asked questions for an Orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Benjamin Busfield.
Dr. Busfield has researched, written and published numerous papers in the peer-reviewed literature regarding sports medicine and joint replacement. Recently, his research interests were focused on rotator cuff arthroscopic repair, pain pumps, and shoulder surgery. His research has focused on ACL injuries in the National Basketball Association and the use of pain pumps after shoulder surgery. In 2012, Dr. Busfield gave a presentation on his pain pump research at the annual Western Orthopedic Association meeting.
Dr. Busfield is board certified as a diplomate of the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery (ABOS) and is also a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgery (AAOS). Furthermore, Dr. Busfield has been awarded the Certificate of Additional Qualification (CAQ) for Orthopedic Sports Medicine.
Throughout his training, Dr. Busfield has had a special interest in caring for the injured athlete. During his fellowship, Dr. Busfield assisted in the orthopedic care of Los Angeles professional sports teams including the Dodgers, Lakers, Ducks, Sparks, and Kings.
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Video Transcript
A common question I’m asked is “What is arthritis?”. Arthritis revolves around the joint. A joint is where two bones come together and the coating is called cartilage. Articular cartilage can be worn off by disease, by wear and tear over time, by injury, or by various causes that lead to arthritis or loss of cartilage at the joint that can cause pain, stiffness, decreased function, and need for healing. Thank you for watching and to learn more please visit our website or our YouTube channel at bassmedicalgroup.com.
