Hip replacement surgery involves removing a damaged hip joint and installing an artificial prosthetic hip joint in its place. This is a major orthopedic procedure that is common in the United States among older adults. If you are thinking about pursuing hip replacement surgery, it is important to know what the procedure entails and what…
Despite trying our best to avoid injuries, the reality is orthopedic injuries are part of life. From childhood to adulthood to your senior years, there is always the risk of injuries. It is fortunate that there are medical doctors who spend decades studying and training in expert injury treatment, and they’re called orthopedic surgeons. Every…
Our bodies are in constant motion, thanks to our muscles and bones. However, the stress of daily movement puts wear and tear on our joints. Over time, these micro damages add up, and areas of your body may deteriorate and become inflamed. It may become so bad that normal movement is painful. Surgery is one…
If you’re an athlete, you may have heard of – or even experienced – Bennett’s fracture. This is a fracture near the base of the first metacarpal bone, which is the bone below the thumb and above the wrist in the palm of the hand. The metacarpal bones are the five bones inside the palm…
Approximately 25% of American adults have some form of arthritis, and it is estimated that at least 50% of Americans will develop osteoarthritis (OA) over the course of their lives. Patients who have arthritis want to improve their joint function, relieve pain, and slow down or stop the progression of this potentially debilitating condition. Your…
