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At Bowling Orthopaedics, we have a highly experienced team of medical providers and support staff who are eager to take care of your bone, muscle and joint needs. Our board certified providers are committed to providing unsurpassed orthopaedic care in the most safe and cost effective way.

Dr. Bowling has been caring for the orthopaedic needs of patients in eastern North Carolina and South Carolina since 2001. As our practice continues to grow, so does the geographic region we serve. Dr. Bowling is a nationally-recognized lecturer and trains orthopaedic surgeons across the country. Dr. Bowling’s extensive experience puts him at the forefront of the latest orthopaedic technology and minimally invasive surgery.

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5220 Oleander Dr., 2nd Floor
Wilmington, NC 28403
T: 910-395-8333
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We are your source for personalized orthopaedic care. We offer a complete approach to arthroscopic surgery, joint replacement of the hip, knee and shoulder, occupational injuries, sports injuries, and general orthopaedics.

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Journey II XR Bi-cruciate Retaining Knee System

The XR is a new concept in knee replacement surgery. Traditional knee replacement designs did not allow for the preservation of the cruciate ligament (ACL), which in the normal knee is responsible for anterior/posterior stability. Without this knee ligament, traditional knee replacement designs have not been kinematically (how the knee functions) normal.

Specifically, the femur (thigh) bone will translate or shift anteriorly on the tibia (leg) bone causing pain and instability in activities such as stairs, squatting or stooping. This has been shown by the fact that on average only 15 % of total knee replacement patients can squat comfortably.

The XR knee system features an anatomically shaped femur (identical to the traditional Journey II knee options) and a new U-shaped tibial component with a mid section of preserved bone (where the ACL/PCL ) attach. This U shape allows for appropriate resurfacing of the worn tibial cartilage without forcing resection of these critical ligaments.

The technique is identical to traditional knee replacement steps and, therefore, does not add time or difficulty to the standard procedure. Our early experience has shown excellent results with respect to patient outcomes, satisfaction and return to activities.