It is a standard practice among orthopedic doctors to exhaust conservative treatments first when addressing musculoskeletal problems. However, there are cases where orthopedic doctors have to consider surgical intervention as the first-line treatment or the best solution. A good case in point is an injury that has caused a connective tissue to get completely torn….
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Questions to Ask your Orthopedic Doctor About Viscosupplementation
If you’re living with knee arthritis and conservative treatments no longer provide you with adequate relief, don’t be too quick to consider knee replacement surgery. There is a minimally invasive alternative that has been shown to effectively alleviate the pain and slow down the progression of your arthritis, protecting your knee from further damage –…
Orthopedic Doctor Answers Your Questions About Chronic Knee Pain
Knee pain is a very commonly reported issue. According to research, it affects about 25% of adults, causing limited joint mobility and function. Experiencing chronic knee pain may have you thinking about its cause and ways to prevent it – and who better to answer such concerns than an orthopedic doctor. Dr. William Hefley, our…
Should I Consider Orthopedic Surgery?
If you suffer from musculoskeletal pain or an injury and have been recommended to an orthopedic doctor, here is what you can expect. Your orthopedic doctor will provide an accurate diagnosis of your condition or injury. They will order diagnostic tests to pinpoint the problem with your musculoskeletal system. Depending on your symptoms and diagnosis,…
How to Deal with Common Running Injuries
In an ideal world, running would never give you injuries – after all, it is one of the healthiest things you can do, right? However, running puts a lot of pressure on your joints. While healthy joints can take a hit and recover quickly if you have a health condition that affects the musculoskeletal system,…