With the coming of winter, a lot of people take to the ski slopes, ice skating rinks, or frozen ponds to enjoy a few hours of skiing, skating, sledding, ice hockey, or other winter sports. Unfortunately, accidental injuries do...read more
ACL reconstructions are among the most common sports medicine procedures performed in the United States, numbering about 100,000 each year according to the CDC. ACL reconstruction surgery is a common procedure performed with the goal to restore the knee’s...read more
Your knee joint is a major weight bearing joint that helps you walk, run, and perform most activities of daily living. It is supported by strong ligaments that keep it stable. The anterior cruciate ligament, or the ACL, is...read more
With all the excitement and merry making surrounding the holiday season, you might be tempted to forego your fitness routine for the time being. However, it is even more important for you to stay active and fit during the...read more
Dr. Ronak M. Patel is one of the leading providers of orthopaedic care in Illinois and Indiana. Dr. Patel’s mission is to provide expert and comprehensive orthopaedic care. We specialize in knee conditions, shoulder conditions, and orthobiologics. Part of...read more