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A sprain in the wrist occurs when its ligaments—the strong bands of fibrous tissue that connect bones to one another within its three joints—get overstretched or torn. Wrist sprains are quite common among athletes, particularly those who participate in sports that involve repetitive hand movement (e.g., tennis and boxing) and those associated with increased risk…
Arthritis can strike at any joint, and the hips are no exception. The pain can range from mild stiffness to debilitating pain that prevents you from getting up. Since hip arthritis is a progressive condition, it’s best to seek immediate treatment. Your doctor may recommend several options, including physical therapy. What is Physical Therapy? Physical…
Experiencing pain in any part of the body can both be exasperating and distressing—all the more so if it affects more than one part, such as in the case of foot and hand pain. If pain is plaguing your hands and feet, here’s what you need to know about its possible causes and how you…
Posterior heel pain refers to the pain behind the ankle. While it is usually mild, the pain can interfere with your daily activities, such as walking and exercising. The symptoms you experience may fade away on their own, but it’s best to get your heel pain checked before it worsens. Read on to get a…
Bursitis refers to the inflammation of the bursae—the small, fluid-filled sacs that cushion and help the bones, ligaments, tendons, and muscles near the joints glide smoothly during all kinds of movements. The hip is one of the joints particularly prone to bursitis. The condition commonly affects the two major bursae in the hip: the trochanteric…
Whether you are a professional athlete, a fitness enthusiast, or a weekend warrior, working with a sports medicine physician is one of the best decisions you can make for both your health and fitness/performance goals. A sports medicine physician is an orthopedic doctor with advanced training and knowledge in the diagnoses, treatment, and prevention of…
Arthroscopy is a minimally invasive procedure that involves the use of a thin, flexible tube with a tiny camera, as well as miniature surgical tools, to see what’s inside the body. The camera is so small that it can be used to see within a joint. For instance, arthroscopy is often used by orthopedic doctors…
A total knee replacement, also called knee arthroplasty, is one of the most common types of joint replacement surgeries. It involves removing the damaged portion of the knee joint and replacing it with prosthetic materials. Knee replacement is highly successful for relieving knee pain and restoring joint function, but some patients experience knee stiffness following…
The soft tissues in the wrists can be injured if stretched beyond their limits or if the hand is used to break a fall. Whether it’s due to sports, housework, or occupational duties, a wrist injury can arise from just about any activity. One of the most common wrist injuries is a wrist sprain, which…
Is hip, groin, and upper leg pain impeding your everyday life? Do you think you have arthritis in the hip joint? Learn more about hip arthritis, how it can impact your activities of daily living, and why treatment is so important from your orthopedic surgeon in Bismarck, ND. Causes of Hip Arthritis Arthritis is one…
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