Arthritis is estimated to affect 54 million adults and almost 300,00 children in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), a division of the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (HHS). Osteoarthritis is the most common type of arthritis and is often called simply “arthritis,” and this type…
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Physical Therapy After Back Surgery
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…
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…
Treatments for Knee Pain
Knee pain is one of the most common complaints, and many people have to take time off work and other commitments because of it. It is an ailment that can affect young and old and both men and women. There are many causes of knee pain. Some examples include: Sudden injuries (car accident, sports accident,…
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…
