Each year, there are over 80,000 anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) repairs performed in operating rooms across the country. ACL injuries are very common, especially in people with more active lifestyles – particularly athletes. A suspected ACL injury should be evaluated soon after the incident. Treatment for an ACL injury will depend on the severity of…
When Should You See A Physician for Hand Pain?
We rely on our hands to do almost everything, which is why we tend to overuse them. Overusing and doing repetitive motions with our hands can eventually cause pain. Hand pain usually goes away on its own; it can be alleviated with rest and home remedies. However, there are instances when it can persist. Such…
When to See a Doctor for Wrist Pain
You use your wrists while accomplishing almost every task – typing on your gadgets, driving, cooking, cleaning, and even reading a book. That is why pain in your wrist can truly interfere with living normally. Let’s talk about how to know when it is time to see a doctor for your wrist pain, and where…
The Most Common Types of Shoulder Surgeries
The shoulder is one of the most movable and useful joints in the body. Thus, shoulder injuries can result in discomfort, decreased mobility, and loss of significant function. Treatments for shoulder conditions include medications, physical therapy, and sufficient rest. However, surgery may be essential for more serious conditions. Here are different types of shoulder surgeries…
The Best Exercises for Hip Arthritis
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), arthritis affects 54 million Americans, up to 24 million of whom experience limited mobility and discomfort. If you are one of these people, the idea of doing physical activities may seem counterintuitive, especially when you have hip arthritis and you’re in pain. However, did you…
Common Fractures from Falls and How to Prevent Them
Suffering a fall can cause a fracture, which can range from mild to serious. A mild or partial break can cause discomfort, while a serious break can immediately cause a total lack of movability in that area. In order for a fracture to heal properly, you will need to rest the area and put a…
When to See an Orthopedic Specialist for Hip Pain
Hip pain can strike at any time without warning. The pain may be confined to the joint itself or spread to the surrounding structures in your groin, back, and legs. Hip pain can occur due to an acute injury, underlying disease, or structural deformity. Whatever the cause may be, joint pain can affect your quality…
How Can Knee Replacement Surgery be Minimally-Invasive?
Knee replacement surgery is an orthopedic procedure used to replace the damaged parts of the knee joint with artificial parts, usually recommended to patients with advanced-stage arthritis. It may be done the traditional way, which is also called “open surgery,” or it may be done using a minimally-invasive method. Over 600,000 minimally-invasive surgeries are performed…
Get Carpal Tunnel Treatment and Get Back to Doing What You Love
If your wrist is constantly hurting, and your hand feels numb and tingly, you may be developing carpal tunnel syndrome. This condition is often due to repetitive wrist motions, such as from typing all day. What is happening is that the median nerve, which travels from your arm through the wrist to your hand, becomes…
When Taking Your Shirt off Becomes a Struggle
The act of putting on and taking off a shirt requires movement of the entire shoulder joint and your arm. With the shoulder joint’s range of motion, this should be easy. However, injuries to the joint or the soft tissues surrounding it can make this simple task challenging. If suddenly you are struggling to put…