Back pain impacts many lives on a daily basis. Unfortunately, some forms of back pain are chronic and cause recurring discomfort. Many causes of back pain are degenerative, and treatments may not always address the pain permanently. However, you can always do something to reduce discomfort and improve your quality of life. By following these
Read MoreSprains and strains are the most common sports and work-related injuries. They involve your muscles, joints, ligaments, and tendons. These two injuries are painful and can cause swelling, but most sprains and strains don’t need serious treatment. Many times, sprains and strains can go undetected — you might think the pain you’re experiencing is insignificant,
Read MoreBones are the hardest tissues in your body, but a high impact can cause a fracture. About 178 million bone fractures occur worldwide each year, as indeed a broken bone can happen to anyone in a variety of ways. How quickly a broken bone can heal depends on the bone’s location, type, and severity, as
Read MoreMost of us have sustained back pain of some sort, whether it’s mild discomfort or severe pain that knocks you off your feet. However, the back pain can spread to the legs and become debilitating in the case of sciatica. Sciatic pain is a prevalent complaint in the U.S., affecting up to 40% of the
Read MoreAnother year has gone by, and we are given another opportunity to celebrate successes, learn from failures, and plan for the future. The past year has presented many important trends in orthopedic care that are worth looking out for as we enter 2022. Read on to learn some of the orthopedic trends that will likely
Read MoreAs you age, the cartilage in your knee joint wears down. This may cause activities you once enjoyed to become difficult to get through due to pain. Even taking a walk or carrying groceries upstairs may become difficult or inconvenient with knee pain. Your orthopedic doctor may talk to you about knee replacement surgery if
Read MoreJoint replacement surgeries are among the most successful and reliable procedures in modern medicine, providing effective pain relief as well as restoring the normal function and quality of life of up to 90 percent of patients who’ve had it. Joint replacement surgery (arthroplasty) involves an orthopedic surgeon removing and replacing part of or the entire
Read MoreIf done successfully, hip replacement surgery can change your life for the better — it eliminates pain, increases mobility, and restores function. However, surgery is a big decision. No doubt you will have some questions and concerns. Here are a few things that you might want to ask your surgeon before undergoing hip replacement surgery.
Read MoreShoulder pain will likely become disruptive to your daily life, especially if it lasts for a long time. Mild aches may go away in a couple of days without intervention. However, chronic pain may require getting shoulder replacement surgery. A patient may also have a shoulder condition that requires replacement surgery. Here are indicators that
Read MoreFitness is important, whether you are an athlete trying to beat a personal record or someone recovering from an injury. The human body is meant to move, but the modern sedentary lifestyle means that many people aren’t getting enough physical activity. Being in top shape can drastically improve your physical and mental health, as well
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