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Sports medicine has emerged as a dedicated medical field – not yet with its own residency after medical school, but indeed with the opportunity of a fellowship after residency is completed. This specialty addresses exercise-related injuries and every type of musculoskeletal pain, including arthritis. After all, even young athletes can suffer wear-and-tear osteoarthritis, and so…
People living with diabetes who do not properly manage their blood sugar levels are at a greater risk of developing problems that cause chronic foot pain and other debilitating discomforts. When left untreated or improperly managed, diabetic foot conditions can lead to serious—and even potentially irreversible—complications. Discussed below are a few of the most common…
If you’ve developed wrist pain that continues to nag you, then you may be wondering what may have caused it. Or, you may know exactly what caused it and are now looking for a solution to alleviate the pain. An orthopedic doctor can conduct an efficient assessment of your wrist, consider any underlying health conditions…
Accidentally twisting and getting a sprained wrist is pretty common. Dealing with a sprained wrist or any sprain is troublesome and painful. While it might heal on its own if you leave it alone, it’s better to be safe and see a doctor to assess the injury. If you have a sprained wrist, read on…
Arthroscopic knee surgery is a surgical technique that involves the creation of a very small incision into which a flexible, miniature, fiber-optic camera (also known as an arthroscope) is inserted. The arthroscope projects a view of the structures inside the knee onto a monitor, thereby allowing the orthopedic surgeon to examine the knee and repair…
Bursitis hip occurs when the bursa becomes inflamed. Bursae are tiny fluid-filled sacs that cushion the structures near your joints and reduce movement friction. Bursitis commonly affects the hips of women and middle-aged individuals, which makes it difficult to move the upper torso and lower legs. It can develop because of injury, overuse, spinal abnormalities,…
Hip pain can have different causes, the most common of which is arthritis. Hip arthritis usually affects people in their 60s and 70s, as it is an age-related condition that is usually due to years of wear-and-tear on the hip joint and an active lifestyle. Diagnosing hip arthritis is sometimes tricky for a doctor, since…
Knee replacement surgery is a procedure that involves replacing the diseased or damaged knee (either partially or totally) with a prosthesis. If you have advanced knee arthritis, you may be a good candidate for the procedure. It is worth noting that, just like any type of surgery, knee replacement surgery has potential risks of complications—something…
Regardless of the cause or severity of your hand pain, the pain can interfere with your ability to do even simple tasks. If you cannot hold your phone without your hand hurting, or you cannot type without being bothered by the pain, then it is in your best interest to see a hand specialist who…
Total knee replacement surgery or arthroplasty is one of the most successful orthopedic procedures performed today. A successful operation can provide substantial relief from pain and highly improved knee function, allowing the patient to return to normal activities. Over 600,000 total knee replacements are performed each year in the United States. Yet, some patients may…
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