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Dr. Jonathan H. Shaw: A Fellowship Trained Orthopedic Surgeon and a Hip & Knee Specialist Through Good Samaritan Medical Center and the Palm Beach Health Network joins ESPN West Palm Tonight
Sleep In Peace With The 8 Best Split King Mattresses For Couples
A split king mattress is a solution to many couples’ nighttime disagreements because neither partner has to compromise on comfort. The best split king mattresses for couples are divided down the middle to accommodate you and your better half, but they also come with added performance features. Senior mattress and sleep editor Bridget Chapman and I named the Helix Midnight Luxe the best overall choice as it boasts a comfortable medium firmness, zoned coils for stronger support under the spine and enhanced upgrades like a cooling cover or lumbar reinforcement layer.
Dr. Jonathan Shaw from Palm Beach Orthopaedic Institute Shares Expert Tips for Easing Knee Arthritis Pain
Most people, as they age, are affected by joint arthritis, and it presents as pain, swelling, and stiffness. Living with knee arthritis can be challenging, but staying active is key to managing the condition—movement helps maintain joint flexibility, reduce stiffness, and alleviate pain, ultimately improving your quality of life. Dr. Jonathan Shaw, a local hip and knee orthopedic surgeon at the Palm Beach Orthopaedic Institute, is sharing four suggested exercises and stretches specifically designed to help those battling knee arthritis. These simple yet effective movements are aimed at strengthening the muscles around the knee, improving flexibility, and reducing pain, all while promoting better joint function and mobility.
Dr. Shaw Shares The best knee braces of 2025
This is a common joint condition that can cause pain, stiffness, and swelling,” says Jonathan Shaw, joint replacement surgeon at the Palm Beach Orthopedic Institute in Florida. He says that, in some cases, an unloader (or offloader) brace can be part of your treatment as a way to decrease pressure on the part of the knee with arthritis.
Dr. Shaw in South Florida Hospital News
Dr. Jonathan Shaw has been recognized in South Florida Hospital News' Annual Salute to Physicians! His dedication to excellence in joint replacement surgery continues to make a difference in the lives of patients across South Florida.
Talk About Total Knee Replacement at Saylor Physical Therapy
Dr. Jonathan Shaw recently had the pleasure of speaking at Saylor Physical Therapy in Palm Beach Gardens about the latest advancements in total knee replacement! It was a fantastic opportunity to connect with Saylor’s skilled team, who are dedicated to individualized, quality-based care for trauma, sports injuries, and pre/post-surgical cases with their unique ONE-Factor Method.
Together, we’re empowering patients with the best in orthopedic and rehabilitation care! Thank you, Saylor Physical Therapy, for your commitment to patient-focused recovery.
Honored to Inspire Future Healthcare Professionals!
Dr. Jonathan Shaw recently had the privilege of participating in the FLVS Career Fair, where he shared insights into orthopedic surgery with aspiring students. The event was a fantastic opportunity to guide the next generation and help them explore careers in the medical field.
The FLVS team and students expressed their heartfelt appreciation for Dr. Shaw’s session, calling it "inspiring," "engaging," and "valuable." Their words reaffirm our commitment to education and mentorship in healthcare.
A big thank you to Florida Virtual School for organizing this impactful event and to all the students who participated with enthusiasm!
Together, we shape the future of medicine.
Spinal cord treatment restores function for paralyzed patients in study: ‘New hope’
Ninety percent of paralyzed patients regained strength or function in their upper limbs after receiving an experimental therapy, a new study found.
How Much Walking Is Too Much?
Walking regularly can reduce the risk of high blood pressure, heart disease, and diabetes; help you maintain a healthy weight; and strengthen your muscles and bones.
The Wright Stuff
From the trucks to the churches to the physical size of the state itself - it is the largest in the contiguous United States at over 200,000 square miles with a population of over 30 million proud Texans.
PBOI Completes First Case Using X-Twist Fixation System
The Palm Beach Orthopedic Institute recently announced that Dr. John Hinson has made a significant advancement in orthopedic surgery by completing his first procedure using the X-Twist Fixation System with biocomposite anchors.
Hinson, a board-certified specialist in orthopedic care, will now be able to offer patients tissue-to-bone repairs that rely on a clinically proven, non-permanent suture anchor, which provides early repair strength as well as safe resorption and replacement with new bone over time.
The 10 Best Tennis Elbow Braces of 2024 for Optimal Support and Pain Relief
Tennis elbow, clinically known as lateral epicondylitis, is a common injury that results from continuously overusing your elbow. In addition to playing tennis, the cumulative motions of painting, cooking, weightlifting, golfing, and yoga can also strain the muscles and tendons in your elbow area, causing tension, discomfort, and pain. Jerry Yoo, DPT, founder and CEO of Next Level Physio, says that if you're struggling to carry objects or have persistent elbow pain, wearing a tennis elbow brace could relieve some discomfort and pain by moving the point of tension closer to the wrist.
Palm Beach Orthopedic Institute Completes First Case Using the X-Twist™ Fixation System with Biocomp
Palm Beach Orthopedic Institute is proud to announce that Dr. John Hinson has made a significant advancement in orthopedic surgery by completing his first procedure using the X-Twist™ Fixation System with biocomposite anchors. Dr. Hinson, a board-certified specialist in orthopedic care, will now be able to offer patients tissue-to-bone repairs that rely on a clinically proven, non-permanent suture anchor, which provides early repair strength as well as safe resorption and replacement with new bone over time.
Rounded Shoulder Syndrome
Rounded shoulders occur as the shoulder blades move forward on the rib cage relative to their normal position,” said board-certified orthopedic surgeon, John Hinson, M.D of the Palm Beach Orthopaedic Institute. “This typically occurs as the middle and upper spine move forward relative to the rest of the body into a hunched position.
Sedentary Jobs and Rounded Shoulders: Risks, Causes, and Treatments
Innovations in technology have caused a boom in sedentary jobs. Teaching was a profession where you stood for hours a day but now, thanks to video conferencing, a teacher can sit down, log on and educate children a world away.
Rounded shoulders occur as the shoulder blades move forward on the rib cage relative to their normal position,” said board-certified orthopedic surgeon, John Hinson, M.D of the Palm Beach Orthopaedic Institute. “This typically occurs as the middle and upper spine move forward relative to the rest of the body into a hunched position.
Dr. Avino was interviewed live this morning on WPBF's 9am show talking about how to get back in shape without hurting yourself.
Dr. Avino was interviewed live this morning on WPBF's 9am show talking about how to get back in shape without hurting yourself. He was able to talk about the hottest sport in America in pickleball and hip replacement. Dr. Avino spoke in easy-to-understand terms, which is perfect for morning TV.
Awarded Study Seeks to Find if Oral Dexamethasone Following TKA Reduce Pain Scores
A presentation at the 2022 AAHKS Annual Meeting examined if oral dexamethasone has been shown to reduce pain in total knee arthroplasty (TKA) beyond a single preoperative dose, and extended duration of steroid use has precedent for nausea prevention during some chemotherapy regimens. This double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled trial investigates the postoperative effects and safety of oral dexamethasone as a potential augment to multimodal use in outpatient knee arthroplasty.
Henry Ford Health researchers look at steroids as pain control alternative to opioids
Results from a study by Henry Ford Health orthopedic researchers is the latest of several high-powered studies geared toward effectively managing pain and decreasing opioids use after total knee replacement surgery.
AAHKS 2022 Clinical Research Award Recipient
In this episode of AAHKS Amplified, Digital Health and Social Media Committee chair Shaun P. Patel, MD speaks with AAHKS Clinical Research Award winner, Jonathan H. Shaw, MD. They are joined by fellow Digital Health and Social Media Committee member Joseph D. Maratt, MD, and the award-winning paper co-author, Jason J. Davis, MD. Dr. Shaw discusses his award-winning paper “Oral Dexamethasone Following Total Knee Arthroplasty: A Double-Blind, Randomized Controlled Trial,” at the 2022 AAHKS Annual Meeting.
A Minimal Clinically Important Difference in Robotic-Assisted TKA vs. Standard Manual TKA
The discussion in this episode covers a prospective 2-year database review of a 3-surgeon cohort of 1,158 consecutive patients, using PROMs to compare robotic-assisted vs. manual TKA. Click here to review the abstract.
2019 Best Clinical Article Award
The purpose of this annual award, begun in 2015, is to recognize excellence in writing and evidence of the expansion and/or dissemination of knowledge in the field of orthopedics, as it may be applied to practice. The criteria for selection include a well-written and concise Feature Article offering new insights or expansion of knowledge about a clinical issue; having a practical application for the orthopedic surgeon; and being useful/applicable to a broader number of surgeons/subspecialties.
