While there are many forms of arthritis, the most common by far are osteoarthritis (OA) and rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Regardless of the type of arthritis with which you are diagnosed, you can expect there to be inflammation in the joints, causing them to stiffen up, swell, and hurt. Here’s more about the OA and RA…
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Treatment for Blount’s Disease
Blount’s disease is a condition that affects children in one or both legs at the knee, causing a bowlegged shape. This condition causes the inner-facing growth plate to grow much more slowly than the plate on the outer side of the knee, therefore creating a bowlegged appearance. Many children have a bit of bowleggedness when…
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How to Find the Right Orthopedic Surgeon
When an injury or chronic pain has been interfering with your lifestyle, it’s time to see a doctor and have it checked out. The body is not supposed to hurt, and pain is a sign that there is something wrong. You could go see your primary care physician (PCP) about the issue, but if it’s…
Operation Walk USA
The Bone & Joint Center and CHI St. Alexius Health Bismarck in cooperation with Operation Walk USA is a way for the surgeons and medical staff to give back to the community. The mission of Operation Walk USA is to encourage and enable joint replacement surgeons to restore mobility and improve quality of life for uninsured patients…
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Top 5 Exercises to Perform After Shoulder Surgery
If you just had shoulder surgery, you may feel a bit more pain compared to before the surgery. This is because your body needs time to heal properly after the trauma of surgery. A physical therapist can guide you through specific shoulder exercises that can help you improve affected muscles and regain your strength. In…
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How to Care for a Sprained Ankle
One of the more common accidents people experience is a sprained ankle. It can happen from stepping off a curb, walking down the stairs, hiking on a trail, or changing direction in sports. A sprained ankle most frequently occurs when a person places their foot on something unstable or an angled surface, then transfers their…
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Why Do I Need to See an Orthopedic Surgeon?
An orthopedic surgeon treats any kind of musculoskeletal issue, such as a broken bone, sprain or strain, or arthritis. This type of doctor often has an area of expertise – some may specialize in spine care, some treat the arms and shoulders, while others may focus on hip and knee replacement surgery. Every orthopedic physician…
Signs You Need a Hip Replacement
If every move you make throughout the day is wrought with pain in your hip area, you should see a skilled orthopedic doctor for an evaluation. If the physician says that conventional, nonsurgical methods of treatment will not help your condition, then it may be time to consider getting a hip replacement. Some people suffer…
Shoulder Pain: Causes and Treatments
What might be causing your shoulder pain can involve a lot of guesswork – that is, until you see an experienced and qualified orthopedic specialist. Even so, your doctor will likely require X-rays or an MRI before an accurate diagnosis can be made. Your shoulder is quite literally the most complex joint in your body….
