Like any joint in the body, facet joints can cause pain if they are irritated or inflamed. Facet joints are the connections between the bones of the spine, able to allow for bending and movement, as well as allowing a passage for the nerve roots to send messages throughout the body. A facet joint block
Read MoreUnderlying Conditions that May Cause Hip Fracture
A hip fracture is the complete or partial breakage of the upper thighbone, known as the proximal femur. The femur’s rounded end (known as its head) sits tightly but freely in the pelvis socket. The correct functioning of this “ball-and-socket” joint is essential for human locomotion. Hip fractures can cause loss of the ability to
Read MoreScapular Fracture (Shoulder Blade) Recovery Time
The shoulder blade is a triangular-shaped bone that connects your upper arm bone to your collarbone and chest wall. You have two shoulder blades, one located on either side of your upper back. An intricate web of muscles, which work to give the shoulder strength and allow it to move smoothly, protects it. The scapula,
Read MoreDo I Need Physical or Occupational Therapy?
Some medical terminology can be a very overwhelming language to learn. While they may seem the same, there is a difference between physical therapy and occupational therapy. Physical therapy aims to reduce pain, improve and restore mobility and function, and prevent disability. Occupational therapy aims to help individuals across the lifespan engage in their everyday activities,
Read MoreWays You Are Making Your Knee Pain Worse
Do you ever ask yourself, “Am I doing the right things to reduce my knee pain?” or, “Are the things I’m doing making my knee pain worse?” Anyone who has dealt with knee pain is aware how much it slows life down, and really throws a wrench into how you operate efficiently. Normal daily activities
Read MoreDoctor Spotlight- Marc A. Aiken, MD
Specializing in sports medicine, trauma, and reconstructive surgery Dr. Marc Aiken is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon. A native of Starkville, Mississippi, Dr. Aiken received his undergraduate degree from Mississippi State University, and his medical degree from the University of Mississippi in 1983. He completed his residency at the University of Mississippi Medical Center. With a
Read MorePreventing Common Work Injuries
You’ve probably heard the words, “safety first,” plenty of times. However, workers are injured on the job every day. Some of these injuries are serious and life threatening, while others are not as grave and require little attention. From falling down, to developing carpal tunnel because of too much time typing to hurting a hand while
Read MoreWorst Foods to Eat for Arthritis Sufferers
When you have arthritis, your body is in an inflammatory state. What you eat may not only increase inflammation, it can also set you up for other chronic diseases such as obesity, heart disease and diabetes. Arthritis is a general term encompassing conditions that share joint pain and inflammation. Typical treatment involves pain-reducing and anti-inflammatory
Read MoreSurviving Arthritis
Get to know arthritis by the numbers. You’ll be surprised to find out that arthritis is all around us, and its impact on individuals around the world is more serious than most people realize. According to the Arthritis Foundation, Arthritis is the nation’s Number one cause of disability, affecting approximately 350 million people worldwide. Arthritis is
Read MoreCan a Hip Fracture Heal on its Own
The human hip is a ball and socket joint. It is the most flexible and free-moving joint in the body, allowing us to preform and participate in activities in our everyday lives. It can move backwards and forwards, to the side, and can perform twisting motions. Full function of the hip is dependent on the
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