A hip fracture is a serious health injury requiring typical surgical repair or replacement and rehabilitation. If you have a hip fracture, you should seek prompt evaluation from an orthopedic surgeon, who will recommend the best course of treatment to help you heal successfully. Let’s talk about the causes of hip fracture, treatment options, and
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Physical Therapy: Benefits of Manual Therapy Techniques
Physical therapy modalities help improve mobility and function in patients who are physically impaired due to injury, surgery, and other medical conditions. Exercise, ultrasound, electrical stimulation and TENS, and traction therapy are just a few examples of what physical therapists use to treat patients. In this article, we will discuss manual therapy, which is a
Read MorePhysical Therapy Exercises at Home
For a lot of people, it has been challenging staying healthy since the start of the pandemic. A lot of us are stuck at home for our safety and those around us. Going to the gym or to a physical therapist has been difficult since a lot of restrictions have to be followed for our
Read MoreCommon Misconceptions About Orthopedic Physical Therapy
According to the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA), there were already more than 300,000 licensed physical therapists in the country in 2019 alone. However, even with the growing number of practicing physical therapists and the millions of Americans who are benefiting from their care, there are still many people who are oblivious to the important
Read More5 Orthopedic Injuries You Must Run From
The medical field of orthopedics encompasses the treatment of musculoskeletal injuries and conditions. The root word “ped” means “child,” and this field began with treating children who had bone-growth and similar musculoskeletal issues. Orthopedics has now exploded into serving people of all ages. Let’s talk about some common musculoskeletal injuries doctors treat, how these injuries
Read MoreHow to Find a Good Doctor for Your Orthopedic Needs
When musculoskeletal injury or disease strikes – such as a sprained ankle, knee injury, or arthritis – you need the right orthopedic doctor. You know that there are a lot of orthopedists around, so how to you choose? Let’s talk about how to find a good orthopedist for you, and where you can go in
Read MoreCan Physical Therapy Restore My Health?
It is estimated that as many as 70 million Americans sustain a nonfatal injury every year. Depending on the severity of the injury, it can lead to permanent disability, chronic or intermittent pain, loss of income, or a general decrease in quality of life. However, if you have been physically injured, there are various nonsurgical
Read MoreOrthopedics in Children vs. Adults
An orthopedic doctor deals with conditions associated with the musculoskeletal system, which involves the bones, muscles, and related tissues and structures. The “ped” root word means “child,” and the prefix “orth” means “straight” or “upright.” The medical field of orthopedics originally addressed bone-growth issues and related physical-development problems in young children. The field has exploded
Read MoreOrthopedic Surgery: A Guide to Postoperative Care
If you have a musculoskeletal problem that you’re contemplating undergoing surgery for, you’ll want to have an idea of what recovery might entail and the specific measures your care team will likely take to ensure your safety and comfort and the overall success of your treatment. Below, we’ve prepared a straightforward guide to postoperative care
Read MoreTri-Cities Orthopedic Care: All About Watauga Orthopaedics
If you are looking for an orthopedic care provider in the Tri-Cities area — Johnson City, Kingsport, or Bristol — choose Watauga Orthopaedics. Since 1950, we have served the Tri-Cities communities and provided for the orthopedic needs of its residents. Our healthcare providers have decades of experience and believe in excellence, compassion, and patient-centric care.
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