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Maintaining Excellence in Spinal Health
Spinal health is not something that most people think about until they develop a painful condition. The spinal column performs a number of functions, most of which are… Continue reading
Work and Lifestyles that are High-Impact on Orthopedic Health
What do your career and lifestyle say about you? People often consider what they do as a job or in their spare time as important parts of personal… Continue reading
What are the Treatment Options for Knee Arthritis?
Knee osteoarthritis is relatively common in seniors. It is estimated that 10% of men and 13% of women in the over 60 category will develop osteoarthritis in one… Continue reading
Four Sports and the Joints They Impact
The U.S. is a nation of elite athletes. It is no wonder that the country is home to some of the best orthopedic specialists in the world. Sporting… Continue reading
Benefits of Arthroscopic Joint Surgery
When surgery is required on a joint, it is vital for the orthopedic surgeon to view and have access to the joint components. In the past, this almost… Continue reading
Difference Between Joint Sprains and Strains
You will often hear joint sprains and strains referred to as similar injuries. Both sprains and strains are very common sports injuries, often occurring with a sudden forceful… Continue reading
5 Common Causes of Chronic Lower Back Pain
The lumbar spine, or lower back, is one of the most common sources of chronic pain. Many people suffer from lower back pain that restricts their mobility and… Continue reading
What is Laminectomy Surgery and How Do I Know If I Need It?
The events preceding a laminectomy can be dramatic — such as when a patient experiences intense and unremitting pain in the extremities. Or when numbness and tingling in… Continue reading
New Year, New Back — Hydrate
Most of us are aware that water is coursing throughout our bodies—that we are around 60% water. But few may know that muscles are around 79% water—or that… Continue reading
New Year, New Back — Stand Up More
WHY STAND UP MORE? Sitting for prolonged periods of time puts about 40% more pressure on the discs in your lower back than standing. That pressure soars to… Continue reading
