The thing that surprises people about osteoarthritis treatment is this: Conventional medications provide little to no help. When you have osteoarthritis, you need a customized plan with proven therapies that minimize the pain and keep you moving.
Not all fractures are the same. The way a bone breaks depends on variables like the type of trauma and the health of your bones. As a result, there are different types of fractures. Here’s what you need to know about the different types.
PRP has exceptional healing benefits because it’s made of concentrated platelets, your body’s natural healing agents. When you have ongoing pain due to an orthopedic condition, PRP therapy may be the solution you need.
Knee replacement surgery can make the excruciating pain of arthritis disappear. But to reach that goal and experience the dramatic difference, you need to plan on at least 6-12 weeks of recovery. Here’s what to expect as you recover from knee surgery.
Some use the term arthroplasty; others call it a joint replacement. Both refer to a procedure that eases the pain and restores movement in joints that are severely damaged by arthritis or another condition. Read on to learn about arthroplasty.
Did you know that 29% of women and 19% of men develop hip osteoarthritis? As osteoarthritis causes progressive joint damage, any of them could end up needing a hip replacement. Read on to learn when it’s time to consider getting a new hip.
Of the 54 million adults with arthritis, nearly 44% end up limiting their activities. But you can take steps to protect your joints, ease the pain, and limit the progressive damage. Here are our four top tips for improving life with arthritis.
Sports medicine targets everyone who’s active. Whether you sustain an injury during competitive sports or while enjoying a walk with friends, sports medicine specialists are trained to help you fully recover, regain strength, and get back to action.
Today’s advanced knee replacements ease the pain of arthritis and give you the ability to return to the activities you love. As you read here about the three components of a knee replacement, you’ll learn what to expect during a total knee replacement.
Some causes of hip pain heal on their own if you give the tissues time to rest. Other conditions get progressively worse, especially if you keep using the hip. Read on to learn how to identify the most common causes of hip pain.
If you have a slow-healing injury or you struggle with chronic pain due to arthritis, it’s time to consider PRP therapy. Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) uses your body’s own healing cells to accelerate healing in all types of painful orthopedic problems.
You may not recognize the early signs of tendonitis because they’re mild. But if you miss those first red flags, you’re at risk for progressive tendon damage. Here’s what you should know about tendonitis symptoms.
How important is physical therapy after joint replacement surgery? Let’s put it this way: You won’t fully recover or regain optimal movement without participating in physical therapy. Read on to learn about therapy’s benefits and what to expect.
Though movement helps you recover from joint replacement surgery, you’ll have some limits on your mobility while you heal. To be sure you can relax and move around safely at home, we put together these tips for preparing your home for your recovery.
Sports injuries can take you out of the game and cause an injury that leads to long-term instability or weakness. Early treatment from an experienced orthopedic specialist is the best way to restore optimal strength and function.
Exercise reduces arthritis pain, improves joint movement, and generally boosts your health. If you should be exercising but you struggle with arthritis pain or don’t know where to start, we can help with a customized exercise plan.
If you think joint replacement surgery demands a long hospital stay, it’s time to change your perspective. With today’s advanced technology, you can have a total joint replacement and go home the same day if you’re a good candidate.
Orthopedic care is always tailored to meet each person’s unique needs. But when it comes to managing a fracture, everyone needs a few of the same medical techniques to ensure their treatment is ideal and their fracture fully heals.
Hip pain may develop suddenly or build so gradually that you’re not aware anything is wrong until the pain becomes severe. While numerous underlying health conditions can lead to the problem, these are the most likely causes of your hip pain.
The time it takes to recover from a joint replacement procedure depends on variables that you can control before and after your surgery. We give our patients all the support they need, but you can speed up your recovery by following these five tips.
Platelet-rich plasma is an injection consisting of a concentrated sample of your own plasma, platelets and growth factors. This novel investigational treatment has demonstrated very encouraging results in reducing inflammation, making PRP therapy one of t
Hip replacements aren’t only for the elderly. More and more people are replacing their hips in their 40s, 50s, and 60s. Read on to learn why.