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Hip Bursitis vs Arthritis: How to Tell the Difference
If you’ve been experiencing pain in your hip, you may be wondering if you have arthritis. Since most American adults are aware of arthritis as something they may experience as they age, this is a common assumption. However, there is a similar condition that is often overlooked: hip bursitis. Hip Bursitis vs Arthritis On […]
3 Common Causes of Foot Pain from Running
As the coronavirus pandemic has pushed more and more people out of their daily routines, workplaces and gyms, people are taking to the streets in ways they haven’t before. Namely, first-time joggers, gym-goers and bored people everywhere are hitting the pavement in an effort to stay – or get – in shape during quarantine. Running […]
Climbing Foot Injuries – They’re More Common than You Might Think
When it comes to common climbing injuries, climbers suffer primarily from upper extremity injuries. In a study published in the US National Library of Medicine at the NIH, 90% of the 357 participants who climbed regularly reported sustaining an upper extremity injury. Per the study: “Fingers (41%) were the most commonly injured, followed by the […]
Swimmer’s Shoulder: Symptoms, Causes & Treatments
Summer is in full swing and thanks to the current restrictions and gym closures due to the global health crisis, more and more people are taking to pools, lakes and rivers to cool off and log some serious solo lap time. In addition to being a safe way to exercise while maintaining social distance, swimming […]
Diagnosing Your Foot Injury: When to See a Doctor
You’re on your feet all day, so it can be incredibly painful – and frustrating – to suffer any type of foot injury. Like with any other orthopedic injury, knowing when to see a doctor for your pain can be unclear. Should you just rest, ice and elevate? Should you schedule an appointment with your […]
When to See a Doctor for Knee Pain
Unfortunately, knee pain is a common problem for many Americans of all ages. While younger people tend to experience knee pain after an injury, knee pain can also be caused by a number of medical conditions, obesity and arthritis. If you’re experiencing acute or chronic knee pain, you may need to see a knee specialist […]
Types of Ankle Sprains: High vs Low Ankle Sprains
Ankle sprains are the most common lower extremity injury and one of the most frequent orthopedic injuries overall. In fact, approximately 28,000 Americans sprain an ankle every day and – according to the International Ankle Consortium, 55 percent of people never seek orthopedic treatment for their ankle injury. And while active people, including amateur and […]
Elbow Replacement Surgery: Causes, Procedure & Complications
While total elbow replacement may seem like a drastic measure, the surgery can be a life-changing procedure for those who truly need it. For some, a complete elbow joint replacement is the only way to treat painful elbow conditions that make everyday activities impossible to perform. Though elbow replacement is a complex surgery – and […]
How to Choose the Best Orthopedic Shoulder Surgeon
If you’ve suffered a shoulder injury or are experiencing pain, you want to pick the best shoulder surgeon in your area. The question is, how do you figure out which orthopedic surgeon is the best for you? The quickest answer to that question: research. Unfortunately, it’s a bit more involved than a simple Google search […]
Improve Your Bone Health: Best Osteoporosis Diet and Exercises
Worldwide, 1 in 3 women and 1 in 5 men over the age of 50 are at risk for an osteoporotic fracture – and as we age, our chances of suffering from osteoporosis or an osteoporotic fracture only increase. What is Osteoporosis? According to the International Osteoporosis Foundation, “Osteoporosis, which literally means porous bone, is […]