If you are feeling constant or intermittent pain in one or more of your joints, it can be tempting to hope that the problem will go away on its own with some rest. In some cases, it does, but joint pain can also indicate a chronic problem that warrants medical attention. Fortunately, there are various…
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Common Orthopedic Problems in Older Adults
As we get older, we tend to develop musculoskeletal issues that often seem to get worse and worse – such as arthritis. These issues often increase in severity at such a slow pace that we don’t know at what point to finally see a doctor about it. Fortunately, an orthopedic physician understands these issues you’re…
Do I Need a Total Knee Replacement or a Partial Knee Replacement?
Chronic pain and stiffness in the knee are common symptoms in people who have advanced knee arthritis. Even the simplest things can become difficult, such as walking around the house or climbing a few stairs. The good news is that the damaged parts of your knee can be removed and replaced with prosthetic materials. Once…
Benefits of Stem Cell Therapy
People with active lifestyles — athletes and weekend warriors — who get injured, seek the best treatments in order to get back in the game sooner. They are the most common recipients of the benefits of stem cell therapy, a type of regenerative medicine that helps repair damaged tissues caused by injuries. If you are…
What Is a Shoulder Arthroscopy?
Your shoulder’s ability to move in many directions and carry great loads gives your arm stability, mobility, and strength. Because we often use our shoulders, the risk of stress and injury is high. Wear-and-tear injuries as well as diseases may develop and stretch or rupture the shoulder tendons, ligaments, and muscles, causing weakness, instability, and…