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Reiter Ortho

Orthopedic surgeon, specialized in shoulder and knee injuries.

www.reiterortho.com

- Palm Beach Gardens (FL)
(561) 627-8500
- Lake Worth Beach (FL)
(561) 967-4400

03/24/2026

Episode one is out now!! 😂

03/22/2026

Recap of a busy week in the OR! 💪

03/20/2026

I think this gives you the right vibes 😂

03/18/2026

Not just prep; precision in every move.

03/16/2026

You are exactly where you’re supposed to be.
Trust the process.

03/15/2026

Anatomy of the Knee 🦵🦴

The knee is one of the most complex and hardest-working joints in the body. It’s built for both mobility and stability — and that balance is what allows you to walk, run, pivot, and jump.

Here’s how it’s structured:

🔹 Bones�* Femur (thigh bone)�• Tibia (shin bone)�• Patella (kneecap)�These form the foundation of the joint.

🔹 Cartilage�* Articular cartilage covers the ends of the bones, allowing smooth movement.�• Menisci (medial & lateral) act as shock absorbers and help distribute weight evenly.

🔹 Ligaments (Stability System)�* ACL & PCL control forward and backward motion.�• MCL & LCL stabilize the knee side-to-side.

🔹 Tendons (Movement System)�* Quadriceps tendon and patellar tendon connect muscle to bone, allowing you to straighten the knee.

When all of these structures work together, the knee moves smoothly and remains stable.�When one is injured, it can disrupt the entire system.
Understanding the anatomy is the first step toward understanding your injury — and your recovery.

03/13/2026

It’s Q&A time!!
Let’s ask Dr. Reiter what made him want to be an orthopedic surgeon.

03/11/2026

Just do what makes you happy.

03/09/2026

At the end of the day I’m just a dad 😅

03/07/2026

Doing this on repeat all day.

03/04/2026

Ligament vs. Tendon — What’s the Difference?

These two structures are often confused, but they serve very different roles in your body:
🔹 Ligaments connect bone to bone.�They stabilize joints and help control movement. For example, in the knee, ligaments like the ACL prevent the tibia from sliding too far forward, stopping instability and possible dislocation.

🔹 Tendons connect muscle to bone.�They transmit the force generated by muscles to move your joints. Tendon injuries often present as pain with movement or overuse (like tendinitis).

Both are strong, fibrous connective tissues — but they have very different jobs.
When that balance is off:

* Too stiff? → The joint becomes restricted.�• Too loose? → The joint becomes unstable.

That balance is what keeps your joints functional, efficient, and protected.

If you’re dealing with joint pain, instability, or a sports injury, getting the right diagnosis makes all the difference.
Your movement matters. 🦴💪🏼

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Palm Beach Gardens, FL
33403, 33408, 33410, 33412, 33418, 33420 (PO BOX)

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