What Are the Different Types of Physical Therapy?
Physical therapy has evolved from simply teaching an injured person how to walk again all the way to rehabilitating wounded veterans in using their new prosthetic hands. As medical technology has become so specialized, and doctors can now restore capability and mobility to people who never before would have had that chance, physical therapy has […]
What are the risks of joint replacement surgery?
Are you thinking about getting joint replacement surgery? If yes, then you’ve probably scoured the internet in an effort to weigh the pros and cons. Joint replacement surgery, like any other surgery, comes with risks and complications. While it is successful 90 percent of the time, and patients see dramatic improvement in pain and other […]
What to Expect with Robotic Knee Surgery
When you hear ‘robotic surgery,’ do you imagine a robot performing surgery in a procedure room? If so, you are not the only one who is mistaken! A lot of people misunderstand robotic surgery as a procedure performed entirely by a robot. A robotic surgery certainly involves robotic technology, but it does not mean that […]
Common Types of Bone Fractures
The bones in the human body that are most frequently broken are the collarbone, fingers, wrists, ankles, legs, feet, and hips. There are also certain ages when certain types of fractures are more common – such as broken legs and arms in children, and broken hips and wrists in people over the age of 70. […]
Treatments for a Broken Bone
For an athlete or anyone on the go, recovering from a bone break can feel like you’re under house arrest. Everything you want or need to do suddenly becomes difficult or near impossible. Until you are mended, leaving the house – or your bed – can be a pipedream. Even the most independent or fit person may […]
Hip Replacement
If your hip joint is damaged, normal activities can become increasingly challenging over time. Even simple tasks like putting on socks or getting out of a chair can become difficult. You may already have started to explore the different treatment options available. Or, you may have found medication, physical therapy, and lifestyle changes aren’t improving […]
Benefits of Physical Therapy After Surgery
It is essential you know that life immediately after surgery is not instant bliss. The success of your treatment depends on what you do during your post-op recovery period. Physical therapy is often recommended – and there’s a good reason why. It works. Physical therapists are trained to help patients of all ages regain their […]
Arthroscopic Joint Repair
If you have joint issues and have already tried nonsurgical treatments to no avail, ask your doctor about arthroscopic joint repair. Advances in arthroscopy have made it possible for surgeons to perform joint repairs through this type of minimally invasive outpatient surgery. Arthroscopy is an image-guided diagnostic and treatment procedure used by doctors to address […]
Pluses and Perils of Weight Training
It is a hobby, or a passion, that most young (and some older) men engage in: going to the gym and weight training. Many people have a dedicated workout partner, while others use the trainers who work at their gym. Strength training and weight training can be highly beneficial for people who internalize their stress […]
Why Orthopedic Urgent Care Is Important
Injuries affecting the muscles, bones, and joints can have an immense effect on a person’s way of life, whether the injury is due to an accident, sports, or age-related degeneration. A considerable number of emergency room (ER) visits actually occur due to injuries affecting the bones and muscles. This is why having access to an […]