What is Adhesive Capsulitis, AKA Frozen Shoulder? For someone with shoulder stiffness and pain, there are a few concerns about potential ligament, tendon or joint damage. However, in some cases, … Continue reading →

Best Tips for Recovery After Your Meniscus Surgery The meniscus is the rubbery pad of cartilage located between the bones of your kneecap. Tearing this cartilage can result in worsening … Continue reading →

Is Total Joint Replacement an Option for Arthritis Sufferers? If you suffer from arthritis, this condition can be extremely painful and, at times, completely debilitating. Pain medication can dull the … Continue reading →

Do I Have Tennis Elbow or Golfer’s Elbow? What’s the Difference? Contrary to popular belief, you don’t have to be a tennis player or a golfer to suffer from elbow … Continue reading →

What is Weight Lifter’s Shoulder?  AC joint osteolysis, commonly referred to as “Weight Lifter’s Shoulder” is a common problem among the weightlifting community. This because it is caused by constant … Continue reading →

What is a Herniated Disc? Your spine is composed of vertebrae; small individual bones that allow the spine to move fluidly without damaging the spinal cord. To support the vertebrae, … Continue reading →

Meniscus Tears Symptoms & Test A meniscus tear occurs when the rubbery, C-shaped disc that cushions part of your knee is injured by twisting or sudden movement. There are two … Continue reading →

10 Most Common Orthopedic Injuries  Our bodies hold up to a lot of wear and tear, but that doesn’t mean we are infallible. Orthopedic – bones and muscles – injuries … Continue reading →

A Day in the Life of an Orthopedic Surgeon An orthopedic surgeon is a medical professional who operates on the musculoskeletal parts of the body. This can include the bones, … Continue reading →

5 Things to Do Before Knee Replacement Surgery Because most knee replacement surgeries are scheduled only after every other option has been exhausted, you most likely have time to prepare. … Continue reading →