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Woman with knee pain due to arthritis.
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Nathaniel Wingert MD

Types of Knee Arthritis and How to Treat Them

As we get older, many of our joints don’t move as easily as they did in the past, especially our knees. Getting on the floor to play with children or our dog can be a time consuming effort. They become bored before we hit the floor and get semi-comfortable. Other pleasurable activities like gardening or

man with hip and knee pain.
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Nathaniel Wingert MD

What Is At The Root Of Your Hip And Knee Pain?

“Oh my aching joints!” If this sounds like you when getting out of bed each morning or even  getting out of a chair, you’re not alone. This refrain becomes more prevalent as we age, although younger adults can experience joint pain too. Depending on a person’s exercise routine, or if they are runners, hip and

hip replacement recovery
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Nathaniel Wingert MD

Hip Replacement Recovery: What to Expect

If you or a loved one is considering hip replacement surgery or you are scheduled for one, let us provide some tips and a guide for recovery. Hip replacement recovery: what to expect.

seattle met
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Nathaniel Wingert MD

Dr. Wingert Named 2023 Top Doc

Help us congratulate Dr. Nathaniel Wingert on being named a Top Doc by Seattle Met. Meet Dr. Wingert “My philosophy of care emphasizes engaged listening and a patient-centered approach, forming a treatment plan customized to the unique station of each individual. I believe in treating every patient as they would wish for their own family

knee pain.
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Nathaniel Wingert MD

The Risks Of Delaying Knee Replacement Surgery

Timing is everything, even when it comes to having knee replacement surgery. Latest statistics tell us 90% of Americans are waiting too long to have their knee replaced, whereas 25% are having the surgery too early and missing out on the best benefits. Yes, timing is everything! Let’s discover when to proceed, and what exactly

man talking to his doctor about hip replacement.
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Nathaniel Wingert MD

7 Signs It May Be Time For A Hip Replacement

We all have aches and pains, and while some are intermittent, others are chronic. Hip pain is one of those which can affect all your movements and life activities. Most doctors recommend that you rely on other more conservative treatments before deciding on hip surgery, but sometimes surgery is needed. Here are 7 signs it