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ACL tears are a common injury among athletes and individuals of all ages, but how bad are they? You’ve heard of them, but if you haven’t experienced one yourself, learn more about the symptoms, how they affect the knee, how a tear gets diagnosed and treated, and how best to prevent ACL injuries. With any […]

With over 300 bones in your body, it’s important to treat them right and keep them healthy. When even just one bone or joint is not working properly, you could suffer immense discomfort. An orthopedic surgeon’s job is to diagnose treat and care for your bones. Here are five reasons to have one on call.

It’s a natural reaction to a sudden loss of balance. In the split second between falling and hitting the floor, we outstretch our hands. While the instinct itself comes faster than the conscious thought, falling onto an outstretched hand (or FOOSH for short) can potentially cause more damage than it prevents. Injuries to the hand,

Joint problems usually require a visit to an orthopedic surgeon. But to be sure that you choose the right one, you must do proper research beforehand. Here’s how to select the best orthopedic surgeon for your case. Identify The Best Treatment for You You will be offered many programs. How do you know which one

If you’re trying to stay in shape or just have some summertime fun, swimming can be the perfect pastime—especially if you suffer from joint or muscle pains. Famous for being low-impact and accessible for all ages, swimming can play a vital role in cardiovascular, muscular, and respiratory health. But despite its relative ease when compared

Frequently asked questions (FAQs) on hip replacement recovery:   What kind of pain medication will I be able to take after my procedure? After surgery, a simple oral pain medication is often needed to relieve moderate levels of pain. Since pain levels differ from patient to patient, your surgeon will need to assess your condition to

High school, college, professional, pee wee—America’s love of football has no age limit.  Whether you’re cheering for a new generation from the stands or actively striving for that championship ring, our national pastime can come at a painful cost. While the heavy hitters and professionals are at the greatest risk, even Thanksgiving quarterbacks playing in

Despite our best intentions, most New Year’s resolutions are notorious for their high rate of failure. From unrealistic weight loss goals to punishing financial promises, the changes we want most in the New Year can sometimes feel impossible to attain. When it comes to setting goals, we should always aim high. But by laying out

Complete Shoulder Replacement A Complete or total shoulder replacement is a surgery to alleviate pain and improve function to the injured or arthritic shoulder. Surgeons will replace the damaged upper arm bone and shoulder bone or sometimes line them with special metals or plastic depending on the patient’s circumstance. The most common reasons for this surgery are

The hard part is already over—you’ve made the decision to have knee replacement surgery and now you’re on the mend. While your new knee promises great things for your future, recovering from the surgery can be arduous and even painful. Even so, you’re not the type to let a little discomfort keep you down. But