Whether you have osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, gout, or one of the many other forms of arthritis, you probably need professional medical help in controlling your joint pain, stiffness, and swelling. After all, you can only take so much over-the-counter medicine without potentially causing damage to your liver and other key organs. Because an orthopedic doctor…
Questions to Ask Your Shoulder Doctor About Surgery
If you’re contemplating getting shoulder surgery, it’s natural to want to learn more about it, such as whether it’s right for you, the approach your doctor will use, what the procedure involves, among other things. After all, it’s a major decision, which you never want to rush into. Here are some questions worth asking your…
Common Questions that a Doctor Would Ask a Patient Who Has Foot and Ankle Pain
If you’re experiencing foot and ankle pain, your orthopedic doctor will want to ask you some questions to obtain a clear picture of your problem, get to the bottom of it, and determine the best course of action for it. Here are some common questions your doctor might consider asking you about your foot and…
Can You Make Arthritis Go Away with Treatment?
Living with arthritis can be disabling, and it interferes with performing the simplest tasks. Although there is no cure for this condition, arthritis treatment options are available to mitigate the pain and other symptoms. The best solution is to talk with an orthopedic doctor about what you are experiencing, and the physician can explain the…
Is It Okay to Wear My Custom Orthotics All The Time?
Are you one of the millions who regularly experience pain in the feet, knees, or legs by merely taking a walk or doing non-strenuous activities? To address this, your doctor might recommend getting custom orthotics. Some people overlook using orthotics. They think orthotics can cause more pain if they don’t wear them often or if…
The Most Common Sports-Related Injuries Spine Doctors Treat
Even the fittest and most active people are not immune from spine injuries. Our backs support our entire body, so sports injuries must be treated by spine doctors right away. Utmost care and expertise are critical in back injury treatment because you risk damaging the spinal cord with inadequate treatment. Here are the most common…
Do Custom Orthotics Help Posterior Tibial Tendonitis?
The tibia is the larger bone in the lower leg, and the posterior tibial tendon is the strong tissue that connects the posterior tibialis muscle (in your calf) past the inner ankle bone and to the foot bones. Posterior tibial tendonitis therefore is inflammation of this important tendon, and it causes pain, swelling, and tenderness…
How Often Do I Need to Replace Custom Orthotics?
Painful feet, sore heels, shin splints, and lower back pain – these may be symptoms of poor gait, foot function, or misalignment. Custom orthotics, or shoe inserts, correct many podiatric and orthopedic issues. For best therapeutic value, orthotics should be in good condition. So, when should you replace them? Let’s find out. What Are The…
Conditions a Spine Doctor Treats
If you have a back problem and your primary care physician deems that you need specialized care, they will most likely refer you to a spine doctor. A spine doctor is essentially an orthopedist who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of the full range of conditions and injuries that affect the spine. To give…
Benefits of PRP Treatments for Arthritis and Tendonitis
Ever heard about PRP therapy? If you have but are not quite sure why many people are raving about it, there’s a good reason for the craze. This revolutionary treatment approach works by leveraging the body’s natural healing mechanisms, and it has been shown to effectively address a vast range of conditions and injuries, such…
The Benefits of Custom Orthotics Goes Well Beyond Foot Pain
Orthotics are shoe inserts that can support your feet and relieve pain. You can buy them from stores or get custom ones from a podiatrist. Custom orthotics are tailored to your feet specifically, providing more targeted support than store-bought versions. They can help you stand, walk, and run more comfortably and efficiently. If you have…
Does Herniated Disc Treatment Affect Recovery Time?
A herniated disc, commonly known as a ruptured or slipped disc, occurs when a fragment of a disc’s jelly-like center (nucleus) leaks out through a tear in the disc’s exterior (annulus). A herniated disc can either be due to aging-related wear and tear, traumatic injury, or poor body mechanics when lifting heavy objects. A herniated…
