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When Is Knee Surgery for a Meniscus Tear Your Best Option?

You’ve torn your meniscus. You wonder whether you’ll need surgery. Although many meniscus tears heal on their own, some don’t. Learn what your physician looks for when making a recommendation for surgery.

Aug 3rd, 2026

What to Expect When Recovering After Hip Joint Replacement?

You’re tired of constant hip pain. It’s really slowing you down. Now is the time to look into hip replacement. You likely have many questions about the surgery, as well as how long it takes to recover.

Jul 13th, 2026

Your Guide to Preparing for Joint Replacement Surgery

Joint replacement surgery provides many long-term benefits to your health. Check out a preview of what you’ll need to do to prepare for this surgery. Keep reading to hear directly from our providers.

Jun 10th, 2026

How Does PRP Work for Healing and Pain Management?

Do you have an overuse injury or arthritis? If you do, you’re probably looking for pain relief. Try platelet-rich plasma. Learn more about how PRP can help heal orthopedic injuries.

May 1st, 2026

7 Signs You Should See an Orthopedic Specialist

You’re experiencing joint pain. But what’s causing it? Check out these seven signs that it’s time to see an orthopedic specialist.

Apr 1st, 2026

Plagued by Shin Splints? Here's What You Need to Know

You feel a pain in your legs, and you’re wondering if it could be shin splints. Learn what causes shin splints, effective treatments, and preventive techniques to help avoid them in the future.

Mar 2nd, 2026

When Is It Time to Consider Hip Replacement Surgery?

Getting older means you’re likely to have some aches, but when your hip pain becomes severe from progressive arthritis, it’s likely time for a hip replacement. Keep reading to learn more.

Feb 12th, 2026

Is It a Sprain or a Strain? Here's How to Tell the Difference

Is it a sprain or a strain? It’s easy to confuse these two musculoskeletal injuries. They have very similar symptoms, and even their names sound similar. Check out the differences in this month’s blog post.

Jan 1st, 2026

Why Does My Knee Hurt When I Sit for Too Long?

Do your knees hurt when you’re sitting? Why does your knee hurt when you’re not moving? Keep reading to learn the most common reasons for knee pain when sitting.

Dec 1st, 2025

What's That Clicking Noise in My Knee?

You’re feeling twinges of pain on the outside of your knee. You may also hear a click when you’re walking or exercising. That’s not normal, and it could be iliotibial band syndrome. Keep reading to learn more.

Nov 1st, 2025

The Link Between Your Bed and Shoulder Pain

Getting a good night’s sleep is one of the pillars of maintaining good health. If your shoulder or back is sore in the morning or you toss and turn restlessly, your mattress could be part of the problem.

Oct 1st, 2025

Do I Have a Ganglion Cyst?

You have a growth on your wrist and are unsure what it is. It could be a ganglion cyst. Learn more about ganglion cysts and their treatment here.

Sep 12th, 2025

Bad Habits That Could Be Making Your Knee Pain Worse

When your knees hurt, you lose mobility. Could you inadvertently be making your knee pain worse? Learn about six lifestyle habits that can cause knee pain.

Aug 1st, 2025

6 Reasons Why Your Hips Hurt When You Wake Up

Do you feel like the Tin Man in The Wizard of Oz when you wake up in the morning? Learn about common musculoskeletal conditions that may cause morning hip pain and stiffness.

Jul 1st, 2025

Common Habits That Cause Tennis Elbow

You’ve heard of tennis elbow. However, this overuse injury isn’t limited to tennis players. You might be surprised at the variety of jobs and hobbies that can lead to this ailment. Keep reading to learn more.

Jun 4th, 2025

Is Sports Medicine Just for Athletes

You’ve heard of sports medicine. Is that different from orthopedics? Is it only for athletes? Learn how sports medicine and orthopedics work together to help you recover from musculoskeletal injuries.

May 2nd, 2025

What Causes Frozen Shoulder and How Is It Treated?

You may have heard the term “frozen shoulder.” It’s an apt name for a painful shoulder condition that worsens if left untreated. Read on to learn more about frozen shoulder and effective treatments.

Apr 2nd, 2025

Why Has PRP Therapy Become So Popular?

Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) has become integral to orthopedic practices in the past decade. It provides physicians with another tool to manage orthopedic pain. Learn why its use is now widespread.

Mar 1st, 2025

Can a Meniscus Tear Heal on Its Own?

Is your knee in pain from a sports accident? You could have a meniscus tear. Can it heal without surgery? Read on to find out.

Jan 23rd, 2025

Does Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Require Surgery?

Is holding a coffee cup painful? Have you felt intermittent pain and tingling in your thumb or fingers? These are signs of carpal tunnel syndrome. Learn more about carpal tunnel syndrome, including whether surgery is required. 

Jan 15th, 2025

Calipered Kinematically Aligned Total Knee Replacement

The calipered kinematic alignment total knee was created to speed up recovery and give the knee a more natural feel after total knee replacement, unlike the ‘mechanical alignment’ technique that uses a one-size-fits-all approach.

Jan 6th, 2025

5 Most Common Ski Injuries and How to Prevent Them

It’s ski season. Are you ready for the slopes? Skiing is thrilling, but you want to stay safe. Learn about the most common types of ski injuries and how to avoid them.

Dec 1st, 2024

5 Lifestyle Tips for Managing Arthritis Pain

Arthritis is no walk in the park — literally. In fact, it can prevent one. Don’t let your arthritis get to that point. Check out five lifestyle habits to make arthritis manageable.

Nov 1st, 2024

Everyday Activities That Could Lead to Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Are some of your fingers tingling or feeling numb? That’s not normal. Could overuse be causing these odd symptoms? Read on to learn about carpal tunnel syndrome.

Oct 1st, 2024

Getting Active Again After an ACL Tear

Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries can definitely take a toll on your mobility. If you lead an active lifestyle, it’s normal to want to get back on your feet as soon as possible. Here’s what you can expect during recovery.

Sep 4th, 2024

Minimally Invasive Surgery - Footcare Friday

Minimally invasive surgery, or MIS, involves doing traditional surgeries through smaller incisions. Smaller incisions usually mean faster healing. Dr. Reichard is the only foot and ankle surgeon in Bozeman trained in these techniques.

Sep 16th, 2022

Achilles Tendon Tear - Footcare Friday

Achilles tendon tears are significant injuries that can have long lasting negative effects. Dr. Reichard is trained in the newest minimally invasive surgical techniques as well as more traditional nonsurgical and surgical techniques.

Aug 26th, 2022

Ankle Sprains - Footcare Friday

Ankle sprains are common injuries. Most of the time they heal up without incident, however they can sometimes leave you with pain and disability. Therefore, it's best to get an ankle sprain checked out by a specialist like Dr. Reichard.

Aug 19th, 2022

Total Ankle Replacement - Footcare Friday

In the past, patients with ankle arthritis who wanted an ankle replacement were sent to Salt Lake City or other major centers. Because Dr. Reichard is here in the Gallatin Valley, patients in Bozeman no longer need to travel for this procedure.

Jul 22nd, 2022

Foot and Ankle Orthopedic Surgeon - Footcare Friday

Patients in Bozeman MT are fortunate to have a Foot and Ankle Orthopedic Surgeon in the Gallatin Valley. There is no need to travel to Salt Lake City or Boise or Seattle. Dr. Reichard is here to help you with all your foot and ankle needs.

Jul 8th, 2022

Stress Fractures - Footcare Friday

A stress fracture is a small crack in a bone. These fractures most often result from overuse and can occur with an increase in activity.

Jul 1st, 2022

Midfoot Arthritis - Footcare Friday

Arthritis in the middle of the foot can cause pain and swelling with activity or shoe wear. There are conservative and surgical treatments available. Dr. Reichard is well versed in the diagnosis and treatment of this problem.

Jun 24th, 2022

Achilles Tendinitis - Footcare Friday

Achilles tendinitis can cause pain and inability to perform sporting activities or activities of daily living. There are multiple treatment modalities including surgical and nonsurgical treatments. Dr. Reichard is well versed in all these treatments.

Jun 17th, 2022

Flatfoot Deformity - Footcare Friday

Adult flatfoot deformity is a progressive problem that can cause pain, deformity and difficulty with activities. There are many treatment options, from conservative to surgical. Dr. Reichard is well trained in all of these treatment modalities.

Jun 10th, 2022

Ankle Fusion Surgery - Footcare Friday

There are multiple treatments available for ankle arthritis including surgical and nonsurgical options. Ankle fusion surgery heals the two major ankle bones together to prevent pain. Dr. Reichard can help evaluate your ankle and find the best option.

Jun 3rd, 2022

Osteochondral Lesion - Footcare Friday

Osteochondral lesions are typically found in the talus which is a bone in the ankle. They typically occur because of an injury and cause pain. These injuries are usually treated surgically and Dr. Reichard is well trained in these treatments.

May 27th, 2022

Big Toe Arthritis - Footcare Friday

Hallux rigidus or big toe arthritis can cause debilitating pain and problems wearing certain shoes. Dr. Reichard is well trained in both surgical and nonsurgical treatment options.

May 20th, 2022

Calcaneus Fractures - Footcare Friday

Heel or calcaneus fractures can be devastating injuries with long lasting consequences. Dr Reichard is well trained in both surgical and non-surgical treatment options.

May 13th, 2022

Jones Fracture - Footcare Friday

Jones fractures are fractures of the 5th metatarsal in a certain spot that has an increased chance of not healing by themselves. There are several techniques for fixing these fractures and Dr. Reichard is well trained in all of them.

May 6th, 2022

Lisfranc Injuries - Footcare Friday

Lisfranc injuries are named for a Napoleonic War era French surgeon who first described them. They can be devastating and cause long lasting problems. Dr. Reichard is well trained to help patients in Bozeman deal with this injury.

Apr 29th, 2022

Foot and Ankle Arthritis - Footcare Friday

Arthritis in your foot or ankle can be debilitating. Dr. Stephen Reichard is well trained in a multitude of treatments to help patients in the Bozeman area.

Apr 22nd, 2022

Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) Injection - Footcare Friday

Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) injections can be useful to treat soft tissue injuries in the foot and ankle. They can sometimes be used to avoid surgery. Dr. Reichard can help patients in Bozeman determine whether this therapy would be useful for them.

Apr 15th, 2022

Morton's Neuroma - Footcare Friday

A Morton's neuroma can cause forefoot pain, typically between the toes. This can affect everyday activities and sports. Dr. Reichard is well trained in the nonsurgical and surgical treatments available for this problem.

Apr 8th, 2022

Ankle Fractures - Footcare Friday

Ankle fractures are injuries that involve breaking one or more bones including the tibia and fibula. Patients in Bozeman can rely on Dr. Reichard's expertise in surgical repair and fracture care when they sustain an ankle fracture.

Apr 1st, 2022

Hammertoes - Footcare Friday

Hammertoes can be problematic and cause pain. Dr. Reichard can help you with both nonoperative and operative treatments if you are in need!

Mar 17th, 2022

Total Ankle - Footcare Friday

In the past, patients with ankle arthritis who wanted an ankle replacement were sent to Salt Lake City or other major centers. Because Dr. Reichard is here in the Gallatin Valley, patients in Bozeman no longer need to travel for this procedure.

Feb 25th, 2022

Bunions - Footcare Friday

Footcare Friday will help to provide information related to common foot and ankle problems that Dr. Reichard can help in diagnosing and treating.

Feb 11th, 2022