Many back surgery procedures are performed to reduce or eliminate chronic back pain and to enable the patient to move their spinal column again correctly. However, surgery is an invasive procedure that involves cutting through tissues to accomplish its objective, so it can take a while to heal fully after a back operation. Fortunately, physical…
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When to See a Hand Doctor
There are a lot of things that we take for granted – such as our ability to type, write, tie our shoelaces, and button up a shirt. We do these types of activities every day, but we tend to not fully realize their importance until hand pain strikes. Since your hand is composed of a…
What Can an Orthopedic Surgeon Perform?
If you have an injury or condition affecting your musculoskeletal system (bones, muscles, joints) and are experiencing severe or chronic pain and reduced function, then it may be time to seek the expertise of an orthopedic surgeon. Musculoskeletal conditions can affect people at any age. The injury or condition may be a result of wear…
Pediatric Sports Injuries
As children take part in more recreational sports activities, the number of pediatric sports injuries are are on the rise in America. Playing sports as a child can be a fun and memorable experience, and certainly not something that should normally be discouraged. Sports teach children discipline, sportsmanship, and the importance of teamwork. However, it’s…
