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What's That Clicking Noise in My Knee?

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

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?

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
6 Reasons Why Your Hips Hurt When You Wake Up

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

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

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?

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?

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
Does Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Require Surgery?

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
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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 Lifestyle Tips for Managing Arthritis Pain

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
Getting Active Again After an ACL Tear

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

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