Sports, motor vehicle accidents, falls, and more can sprain or even fracture an ankle, leaving you with pain and limited mobility. If one of these orthopedic injuries happens to you, you want treatment options that get you moving as quickly as possible. Here is some information about ankle sprains and fractures and what your treatment…
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Sleeping with Shoulder Pain? Effective Treatment Options Explained
At night, are you tossing and turning in bed because of persistent shoulder pain? Shoulder pain is just one symptom of several bone and joint conditions. These include rotator cuff injuries, frozen shoulder, bursitis, and arthritis. Whatever the cause, your shoulder pain can disrupt your sleep. In this informational blog, we will examine the treatment…
Serve up Recovery: Proven Tennis Elbow Treatments at Our Clinic
Tennis elbow hinders sports activities and everyday tasks. It features a number of persistent symptoms, which range from annoying and bothersome to debilitating. At our orthopedic facilities, our board-certified physicians care for a number of tennis elbow cases. Here are the symptoms and tennis elbow treatments that may affect you. What Is Tennis Elbow? Also…
Carpal Tunnel at Work? Tips for Ergonomic Relief and Treatment
Repetitive motions and improper ergonomics can lead to a common yet often debilitating condition known as carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS). This condition affects millions, manifesting through pain, numbness, and tingling in the hand and arm. Prevention techniques and effective treatment are critical in reducing your risk of developing carpal tunnel syndrome at work or managing…
Returning to High-Impact Sports After ACL Surgery: Challenges and Triumphs
The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) plays a vital role in our ability to perform high-impact activities, making it an essential component for athletes across a myriad of sports. Unfortunately, ACL injuries are common. Often, they require surgery and a lengthy period of rehabilitation to return to the field, court, or track. The journey from the…
Managing Hip Bursitis Pain: Treatment Options and Strategies
Have you ever experienced a sharp or nagging pain around your hip area, especially after a long day of activity or sitting? This discomfort could be more than just fatigue. It might be hip bursitis pain, a condition that affects many people, making everyday tasks challenging. Understanding hip bursitis and knowing how to manage its…
Concussions in Sports: Orthopedic Considerations and Management
The risk of injury, including concussions, is always present when it comes to sports, especially for high-intensity activities. These injuries not only impact the physical well-being of athletes but also their mental health and future in sports. This article aims to shed light on concussions, focusing on orthopedic concussion management and considerations. Orthopedic Considerations Here,…
ACL Surgery and Rehabilitation: What to Expect
The road to recovery following anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) surgery is a pivotal phase that demands dedication, patience, and a clear understanding of the rehabilitation process. Successful ACL surgery rehab is not just about healing from the surgery. It is also about regaining strength, flexibility, stability, and confidence in your knee to return to your…
ACL Replacement in Older Adults: Challenges and Considerations
While commonly associated with young athletes, anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries in older adults can result from everyday activities, leading to pain, instability, and a decreased quality of life. Understanding ACL replacement in older adults—its challenges, considerations, and the advancements in treatment options—is essential for those facing this condition and their caregivers. This article aims…
The Role of Physical Therapy in ACL Rehabilitation
Orthopedic surgery on the knee usually impacts mobility and function. With anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) repair to treat an ACL tear, the doctor reconstructs the ligament, which may involve the use of a tissue graft. For active individuals, such as athletes, surgery is sometimes the best option to restore them to their prior level of…