Did you know that your body is made up of no less than 206 bones and 360 joints? Of those, your knees and hips are among the most vulnerable to injury or age-related wear and tear, but shoulders and elbows are also susceptible to the ravages of aging or if you are an athlete or a child, accidental [Read More]
Archives for October 2022
5 Essential Tips For Meniscal Tear Treatment
Ask any professional athlete and they will tell you a torn meniscus is one of the most common knee injuries. That’s because any activity – sports-related or otherwise – that causes you to forcefully twist or rotate your knee, can result in a torn meniscus. The meniscus is the C-shaped piece of [Read More]
7 Ways To Get The Most Out Of Your Next Visit To The Orthopedic Clinic
Clinical research has found that patients who work closely with their doctors usually have better health outcomes. It only stands to reason that coming prepared for a doctor’s visit and taking an active role in your healthcare helps you make the most of the time spent with a physician and can ensure [Read More]
Qualities Of A Good Orthopedic Doctor
When you develop a musculoskeletal problem or sustain an injury affecting your bones, joints, ligaments, or cartilage, your primary care physician can only do so much to help. Instead, they will refer you to a doctor who specializes in orthopedic medicine. However, not all orthopedic issues are [Read More]