Each year, there are over 80,000 anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) repairs performed in operating rooms across the country. ACL injuries are very common, especially in people with more active lifestyles – particularly athletes. A suspected ACL injury should be evaluated soon after the incident. Treatment for an ACL injury will depend on the severity of…
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When to See a Doctor for Wrist Pain
You use your wrists while accomplishing almost every task – typing on your gadgets, driving, cooking, cleaning, and even reading a book. That is why pain in your wrist can truly interfere with living normally. Let’s talk about how to know when it is time to see a doctor for your wrist pain, and where…
When Taking Your Shirt off Becomes a Struggle
The act of putting on and taking off a shirt requires movement of the entire shoulder joint and your arm. With the shoulder joint’s range of motion, this should be easy. However, injuries to the joint or the soft tissues surrounding it can make this simple task challenging. If suddenly you are struggling to put…
Common Sports Injuries: Types, Treatments, Prevention
Being physically active or playing sports does wonders for your body. However, it also ups your risk for sports injuries. While these conditions are common for physically active individuals and athletes, they are treatable and preventable. Are you a physically active person? Here are the most common sports injuries, how they are treated, and what…
Knee Injuries in Young Athletes
Year-round practices, games, and competitions can make being an athlete very physically demanding, which can put players at risk of injuries. One of the most common sports injuries involves the knee due to all the running and jumping involved in nearly all sports. Your child’s dedication to sports that involve high impact and collisions may…
What’s the Difference Between Total Shoulder Replacement and Reverse Shoulder Replacement Surgery?
A shoulder joint that has been damaged by arthritis, a fractured shoulder bone, or a severely torn rotator cuff may be restored to its normal function through shoulder replacement surgery. After healing from the surgery, you are likely to be fully free from shoulder pain and will regain your range of motion in your arm….
Treatments for Shin Splints
Overuse is one of the most common reasons why we feel pain in our bodies. Athletes are highly susceptible to overuse injuries because of how much – and how forcefully – they use their muscles, joints, and bones. Runners, in particular, are likely to experience pain in their legs. They are especially susceptible to shin…
Avoiding the Most Common Sports Injuries
Participating in sports is an excellent way to keep your body healthy and to maintain your vim and vigor. However, accidents are inevitable – so you have to take extra precautions to keep yourself safe and prevent injury. You can make the most of your sports performance by avoiding some of the most common sports…
When to See a Sports Medicine Physician
If you have a sports-related injury, or if you are just looking to improve your overall performance and fitness level in a safe way, then it may be time to seek the expertise of a sports medicine physician. Sports medicine is a specialty area within orthopedic medicine, which focuses on the musculoskeletal system (bones, muscles,…
Treatments for Elbow Pain
Your arms help you do a lot of things, including lifting objects, writing, and typing. Your elbow, one of the major joints in your arm, plays a significant role in these activities. The elbow is susceptible to stress and pain, especially when it is overused. Fortunately, elbow pain can be treated at home or with…