Sometimes, back pain goes away on its own without medical treatment. However, this is not a reality for everyone. In many cases, back pain requires treatment from a specialist doctor for long-term relief. To get specialized treatment for your back pain, ask your primary care doctor for a referral to an orthopedic doctor specializing in…
Early Symptoms of a Hip Problem
Some people tend to ignore hip pain and skip a consultation with their doctor, thinking that rest is enough to treat what could be due to overexertion or a long day of work. However, some symptoms you feel may point to an underlying condition or injury. Several medical conditions can affect your hips, and a…
6 Common Bone Fractures
Whether you walk and fall on your wrist or are in a car accident, you may develop a bone fracture. Certain fractures are more common than others, such as a wrist or spinal fractures. Fortunately, an orthopedic surgeon can provide bone fracture treatments to prevent complications and allow you to maintain function in that joint….
Health Conditions Related to Foot and Ankle Pain
Virtually everyone will experience foot pain and ankle pain at some point in their lives. With the load our feet and ankles have to carry with every step, every day, they can be prone to injury from overuse or trauma. While mild pain can often be resolved by resting the injured or hurting foot and…
Herniated Disk Prevention
Our spines provide the framework to support and protect our central nervous system and internal organs. Thus, it is essential to take good care of it to avoid developing conditions like herniated disks. This condition occurs when the jelly-like center of the disk is pushed out of its rubbery exterior. It is often due to…
Arthritis Pain: Everyday Routines
The pain and stiffness from arthritis can get in the way of your daily activities. Fortunately, aside from pain-relief medication, there are a number of things you can do to help ease the pain. Try and include these activities and habits listed below in your daily routine. How Can I Control My Arthritis Pain? The…
Healing Sports Injuries with PRP Therapy
A sports injury is any type of injury that results from physical activity. Some of the most common types of sports injuries are soft-tissue injuries, whereby the muscles, ligaments, or tendons are overstretched or torn. Today, PRP (platelet-rich plasma) therapy is increasingly being used to aid in healing sports injuries. PRP therapy is a type…
How to Get Back on Your Feet After Knee Surgery
While recovering from knee surgery, the recovery and rehabilitation stage is crucial. Depending on the procedure you had, it could take several weeks to months to fully recover and get back on your feet. However, there are ways to help you get back to your normal lifestyle as quickly as possible after knee surgery. It…
7 Reasons to Visit an Orthopedic Doctor
Primary care doctors are very different from orthopedic physicians, particularly in that primary physicians are generalists whereas orthopedists are specialists. There are many health conditions that only an orthopedic doctor can quickly and properly diagnose and treat, specifically injuries to the bones, joints, or muscles. An orthopedic doctor specializes in all issues and diseases related…
The Value of Having a Knee Brace for Osteoarthritis
Patients with osteoarthritis – which is often called simply “arthritis” because it is the most common form of joint inflammation – affecting one or both knees may have difficulty performing everyday tasks due to the pain and disability it causes. However, there are nonsurgical ways to stabilize the knee and provide comfort and relief to…
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