Injuries during sports are inevitable, and the shoulder, arm, wrist, elbow, hand, and fingers can be particularly vulnerable to repetitive-motion injuries and forceful impacts. If you get seriously injured in any of these parts of your body, it is time to visit a doctor with expertise in sports injuries. Sports medicine doctors are fully equipped […]
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Surgical Options for Rotator Cuff Repair
A rotator cuff tear is a common injury that causes pain, stiffness and weakness in the shoulder. Some rotator cuff tears can be treated non-surgically with rest, activity restriction, medication and physical therapy. But for severe injuries, surgery may be necessary to successfully repair the damage. The rotator cuff consists of a network of muscles […]
How Does an Orthopedic Doctor Treat Hand Pain?
There are many injuries and chronic conditions that can affect the hand and cause pain. Hand pain can occur from an injury or from overuse. Some hand pain may only be short term and will resolve by itself without any medical intervention. However, persistent or reoccurring hand pain may be a sign of an underlying […]
Early Signs of Arthritis
It is normal to experience joint pain from time to time, particularly if you lead an active lifestyle. However, if you start experiencing pain, swelling, or stiffness in a joint on a regular basis, this could be a sign of arthritis and may require further investigation. Arthritis is a common condition associated with pain, stiffness, […]
Benefits of Seeing a Joint Specialist
A joint is any place in the body where two bones meet and perform a function together. In order to prevent the bones from rubbing against each other, protective cartilage covers the ends of the bones at the joint. Some joints even have extra cushions made of cartilage, such as the meniscus in the knee. […]
