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Sometimes, knee surgery is recommended by orthopedic doctors for improving knee pain in patients with arthritis. Knee surgery has come a long way, with advancements allowing for smaller incisions to be made and robotic-assisted technology for greater precision in implant placement. While minimally invasive surgery has a very high success and patient satisfaction rate, the…
According to an estimate, stress fractures account for approximately 20% of all sports injuries, which are injuries that are sustained by athletes and physically active individuals. Stress fractures occur when the muscles become fatigued and cannot absorb added shock, causing the muscle’s load to transfer to the bone, causing a tiny crack known as a…
Undergoing knee surgery is a major event requiring full commitment to your recovery. One of the biggest concerns about knee surgery is the recovery period. It is only natural to want to know when you can resume your daily activities. After all, returning to normal is a major consideration for knee surgery. Let’s talk more…
The most common sign of a torn anterior cruciate ligament is a loud popping noise, followed by immense knee pain. However, there are some other signs of ACL injury. Let’s talk about four different ways to tell if you’ve injured your ACL, including physical symptoms and tests you can do at home and where you…
Because we use our hands all day every day, they are prone to injuries like cuts, scratches, and scrapes. Such injuries, especially those that break the skin, put our hands at risk of hand infections because microorganisms can penetrate through these breaks. Hand infections are a common cause of hand pain and stiffness. Most hand…
While playing basketball, you went up for a rebound, but moments later, after you came down, you felt sharp knee pain, rapid swelling, loss of range of motion, and a feeling of instability. What just happened? You might have torn your anterior crucial ligament (ACL) – a ligament in your knee responsible for connecting your…
Exercise is more than just a way to lose weight. It is considered an important component of recovery and, in some cases, also used either as an adjunctive treatment or as preventive therapy. These aspects qualify exercise as medicine. In this blog post, we will discuss the benefits of exercise – the specific reasons it…
Bursitis of the knee is a condition that results from inflammation of one or more bursae in the knee. Bursae are small, fluid-filled sacs located near the large joints throughout the body that act as cushions and help reduce friction between soft tissues. The knee has several bursae, and when they are inflamed, they cause…
No one can deny the importance of keeping our wrists well-functioning. Our wrists are critical for our hands and forearms to keep up with everyday tasks. Wrist pain significantly impedes our movement and efficiency. It’s inconvenient, causes discomfort, and possibly leads to debilitating consequences if it’s not given immediate attention. Have you been experiencing wrist…
The hands are capable of strong, precise, and dexterous movements. However, they are still susceptible to injury — and this can cause extreme discomfort and inconvenience in your daily life. When routine hand functions become hard, you’ll want to know exactly what’s causing your hand pain. Here’s how to assess your hand and find out…
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