Back pain, specifically in the lower back, is one of the most common reasons people go to the doctor, apart from cold or flu infections. However, lower back pain can be caused by a number of different issues, many of which may even overlap. It’s often difficult to treat and prescription medication can leave a … How to Reduce Lower Back Pain Without Prescriptions
Having joint pain on a regular basis might severely limit your ability to enjoy your usual activities. You might also have trouble doing everyday tasks due to soreness or stiffness. Depending on how severe joint pain is and how it’s affecting your life, joint replacement might be a treatment option to consider. Since this involves … When to Consider Joint Replacement
Did you know that 65 million US adults have recently reported back pain? While back pain can certainly be the result of backbreaking labor or an injury, another culprit you may not expect may be causing or making your back pain worse. Among them, the way you sleep. So if you are experiencing back pain, one of … Best Sleeping Positions for Back Pain
Cartilage helps your joints move smoothly, so that you can bend, turn and make similar motions with ease. As you get older, the cartilage in your joints can deteriorate due to wear and tear. Putting weight on these joints or doing repetitive motions over the years can cause this to occur, which can result in … Is a Cartilage Transplant Right for You?
Tennis elbow can cause pain and other symptoms in your elbow, forearm and wrist due to muscle strain, especially from repetitive movements. Whether these symptoms are mild or severe, you might have trouble doing everyday activities or tasks. Finding effective treatment for tennis elbow can help ease pain, weakness and other symptoms. The following are … Treatment Options for Tennis Elbow
If you have an orthopedic condition, non-invasive treatments may help. These could include injections, physical therapy, braces, and home exercise. But when the pain or loss of function continues, you do have options. Here are some of the common types of orthopedic surgery we may be able to use to provide relief and restore function. 1. Arthroscopic … 7 Common Types of Orthopedic Surgery
If you have scoliosis, you have a S- or C- shaped curve of the spine. While most commonly diagnosed in childhood, you can most certainly get into your 20s or 30s before someone recognizes your condition. Or you may have developed it later in life. Scoliosis has a variety of causes, including: Uneven pelvis Genes … 3 Exercises for Scoliosis That Really Work
Chances are you know someone who has had major surgery, like a joint replacement. And you’re aware that there is pain involved during recovery, for which you’ll need a pain management plan. Doctors, nurses, and your physical therapist will make every effort to keep pain levels low and manageable. But you’re wondering: how do doctors manage … Managing Pain After a Major Orthopedic Surgery
An orthopedist diagnoses, treats, and helps you prevent injuries to the bones and soft tissues. These include joint structures like tendons, ligaments, cartilage, and spinal discs. We can prescribe medicine for pain and inflammation. Or if you have joint damage, we may perform minimally invasive surgeries. Orthopedists can also order imaging or perform exploratory surgery to see what’s happening inside. A … How Do Orthopedists and Physical Therapy Work Together?
Michael Shermer was injured in a serious bicycle accident on July 26, 2019, where veering around an erratic driver and a pothole caused him to hit a curb at roughly 20 mph. The impact threw him from his bike into a rocky dirt field. His head, shoulder, and pelvis took the brunt of the accident, … Surgical Neck Pain Treatment With Dr. Walter Burnham