It can happen in an instant. A simple stumble down the stairs, trying to break a fall, or miscalculating a fastball during a baseball game. No matter how you fracture your wrist, you are going to need to treat it. Because wrist fractures make up 10 percent of all broken bone injuries, a fractured wrist […]
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Does an Orthopedic Doctor Treat Repetitive Strain Injury?
Repetitive strain injury, or RSI, is a common orthopedic health problem that millions of people deal with every day. The injury can happen anywhere in the body. Because repetitive strain injuries affect the musculoskeletal system, orthopedic doctors are the best type of medical professionals to diagnose and treat them. What Is Repetitive Strain Injury? Repetitive […]
When to Get Shoulder Replacement Surgery
If you were advised to get shoulder replacement surgery, you may be wondering if it’s a good idea to keep delaying it. The decision you ultimately make depends on your unique situation. Let’s take a look at what exactly a shoulder replacement surgery is for, when it’s better to put it off for later in […]
What Special Training Do Sports Medicine Physicians Have?
Sports medicine doctors have specialized education and training in diagnosing, treating, and helping to prevent sports-related injuries. Sports medicine physicians generally focus on orthopedics, which is a branch of medicine that concentrates on health issues related to the musculoskeletal system (bones, muscles, tendons, ligaments, cartilage, and ancillary structures). Many patients often ask whether sports medicine […]
When to See a Doctor About Shoulder Pain
There are a variety of reasons why you may be experiencing shoulder pain, and an orthopedic physician will be able to determine the cause of your pain as well as recommend ways to effectively and efficiently treat it. What Causes Shoulder Pain? Common causes of shoulder pain include: Arthritis, osteoporosis, and other chronic, degenerative conditions […]
