There are a number of injuries and disorders that can affect the hand leading to pain and reduced function. If you have a hand condition that is causing you pain or preventing you from carrying out your normal day to day activities, it could be time to visit a hand specialist for the expert care you [Read More]
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Partial vs. Total Knee Replacement
Other than a severe knee injury due to an accident, the primary reason why patients need knee replacement surgery is severe osteoarthritis of the knee joint. It develops when the articular cartilage breaks down, and so the bones rub against each other as you walk and move – resulting in pain and d [Read More]
Benefits of Having an Arthroscopic Surgery
When it comes to joint surgery, there are many procedures that traditionally required large incisions to open up a joint for the surgeon to perform repairs and treatments. However, because of advancements in medical technology, this is no longer necessary for a vast amount of surgeries involving [Read More]
What Can an Orthopedic Doctor Treat?
An orthopedic doctor treats conditions and injuries that affect the musculoskeletal system. Bones, soft tissue, muscle, tendons, and ligaments are musculoskeletal structures that, when injured or affected by illness, are diagnosed and treated by an orthopedic doctor or orthopedic surgeon. Orthopedic [Read More]
What is Olecranon Bursitis?
Olecranon bursitis is an elbow condition that causes pain, swelling, and redness in the tip of the elbow. The tip of the elbow houses the olecranon bursa. A bursa is a thin sac filled with fluid. There are many bursae distributed throughout the body. Bursae provide cushioning between bones and soft [Read More]
