Treating Arthritis with Physical Therapy
Working with a physical therapist can help you manage symptoms, increase mobility, and improve physical function.
Broken Forearm: Radius, Ulna, and Both Bone Fractures
A forearm fracture occurs when there is a fracture of one or both of the bones of the forearm. The two bones of the forearm are the radius and the ulna.
Stiff shoulders after rotator cuff repair may be less likely to require revision surgery
Patients with stiff shoulders after rotator cuff repair were more likely to be satisfied with their repair and less likely to require revision surgery than patients without stiff shoulders, according to results presented here.
When is the right time to consider a breast reduction?
Studies suggest that the majority of women are dissatisfied with the natural size of their breasts. While some women seek to have breast augmentation procedures to achieve rounder, fuller breasts, other women opt for breast reduction surgeries.
How long should a concussed athlete be sidelined?
What factors predict recovery time for an athlete who has suffered a concussion? A new study has some answers. As the Stanford University authors wrote, “Prognosticating recovery times for individual athletes with a concussion remains a challenge for health care providers.
Knee Replacement in Folks Over 80: Less Risky Than You Think
Knee replacement surgery is increasingly common among people over 80 sidelined with knee pain, and the procedure isn't as hazardous for them as often assumed.
Ortho Express Care
There's no need to wait for an appointment when you have an orthopaedic injury. Our Ortho Express Care center is here to help. We offer convenient, walk-in care for all types of orthopaedic injuries, so you can get the treatment you need right away.
May is National Arthritis Awareness Month
May is recognized as National Arthritis Awareness Month, and it's important to be aware of the different types of arthritis and how they are treated. Arthritis is a general term for conditions that affect the joints, including osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, and psoriatic arthritis.
Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI)
Repetitive strain injuries (RSI), also known as repetitive stress injuries, are often caused by overuse of the hands, wrists, arms, neck, or shoulders. Symptoms can include pain, numbness, tingling, and weakness.
Firework Safety
When the summer heats up, so do the barbecues, celebrations, and fireworks. People enjoy viewing public displays of fireworks in cities and towns across the country. Professionals design and run these firework displays to ensure firework safety. In some states, anyone can buy fireworks and set them off at home. However, there are some serious safety issues to consider when using fireworks.