Weight-bearing joints like hips and knees play a critical role every time you sit or stand. Behind the scenes, your joints work in close coordination so you can move with ease. As you age, however, your joints go through wear and tear and become more susceptible to potentially debilitating injuries, such as hip fractures. Prevalence
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Tips For Traveling After Knee Replacement Surgery
Recovery after knee replacement surgery is a critical period, and poor adherence to your surgeon’s instructions can affect the overall success of the surgery. A common question among knee replacement surgery patients is whether they can travel while in recovery. The answer to this question is: it depends. Factors such as how far along you
Read MoreCommon Orthopedic Injuries in Newborns
Injuries to babies during birth are not uncommon. When you consider the journey a baby takes through the narrow birth canal, it becomes obvious why some babies are born with orthopedic injuries. Factors that can contribute to musculoskeletal injuries at birth include the baby’s position at the time of birth, the weight of the baby,
Read MoreExercises After Shoulder Surgery
The shoulder joint is a complex junction of three major bones: the rounded top of the humerus (upper arm bone) meets your clavicle (collarbone) and your scapula (shoulder blade). The joint is supported by the rotator cuff, which is a tight group of muscles and tendons. Any cracks or tears in this area may require
Read MoreIs it safe to drive following an orthopedic procedure?
The answer to this question largely depends on the type of orthopedic procedure you undergo. While there is no regulation that prohibits you from driving immediately after surgery, it is your personal responsibility to drive safely and keep not only yourself but others safe while on the road. There are a number of considerations you
Read MoreManaging Pain After Back Surgery
Back surgery is an essential part of any orthopedic physician’s arsenal of treatments. Surgery attempts to correct structural problems that can lead to pain and other symptoms, and many patients feel lasting relief after surgery. Nevertheless, it is an invasive procedure, and specialists typically reserve it as a last-resort option. A common misconception is that
Read MorePelvic Insufficiency Fracture
People who have osteoporosis are especially vulnerable to getting a pelvic insufficiency fracture. It is a type of stress fracture that occurs when the pelvic bone is unable to withstand normal stress and pressure due to the bone’s weakened state. Osteoporosis is defined as a loss of bone density wherein the bones lose their elasticity
Read MorePhysical Therapy for Chronic Pain
If you have chronic pain, chances are you have tried a bunch of different medications to try and alleviate it. If that hasn’t worked, it’s time to try something else, like physical therapy. Chronic Pain Chronic pain refers to pain symptoms that are experienced frequently for longer than a few weeks. It is often associated
Read MoreCommon Hamstring Injuries
Athletes and gym enthusiasts are familiar with hamstrings and how they are vital components for flexibility and mobility in the legs. While hamstrings are strong and flexible, it is possible to overexert them, which can cause injuries. Here is more information on what hamstrings are and how they can sustain injuries. What Are Hamstrings? Hamstrings
Read MoreIs there a difference between tennis elbow and golfer’s elbow?
A lot of people assume tennis elbow and golfer’s elbow refer to the same condition, but this is not true. While both are orthopedic conditions that develop as a result of overuse of the elbow and arm, they are in fact different. Here is a breakdown of tennis elbow and golfer’s elbow: Tennis Elbow Tennis
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