Arthritis is a condition that an estimated 54.4 million Americans have a clinical diagnosis for, as noted by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). This isn’t taking into consideration the number of people with arthritis that haven’t gone to a practitioner for an official diagnosis. One commonplace for arthritis to strike is your…
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Healthy Bone Tips from an Orthopedic Doctor
The importance of having strong bones cannot be overstated, and you’re never too old or too young to focus on keeping your bones healthy. In addition to consuming dairy products such as milk, there are a number of other things you can do to make sure your bones are in tip-top condition. Here are four…
Conditions Treated with Arthroscopy
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…
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…