Chronic orthopedic conditions, in essence, are those affecting the bones, joints, and soft tissues whose course lasts longer than a year and cannot be cured—only managed or controlled with ongoing treatment. Just like any other chronic condition affecting other structures or organs of the body, [Read More]
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4 Common Knee Injuries You Should Know About
Your knee joint is the most complicated and largest joint of your body. It is also one of the most commonly injured joints in the body, largely thanks to all of the pressure we place on our knees all day every day. The knee joint consists of bones, cartilage, ligaments, tendons, and other [Read More]
Orthopedic Surgery For Different Wrist Conditions
Many of the tasks we perform require the use of our hands. Thus, it’s vital that we address hand and wrist pain as soon as possible. Getting a diagnosis and proper treatment from healthcare experts reduces the risk of complications. An orthopedic surgeon may recommend wrist surgery when [Read More]
3 Important Things to About Sports Medicine
Established in Germany in the early 20th century, sports medicine started out as a scientific investigation of physical exercises and sports. It eventually evolved into a multifaceted field, and in the 1970s, was approved and recognized as a subspecialty by the American Orthopedic Society for Sports [Read More]
My Kneecap Feels Unstable, Should I Visit an Orthopedic Clinic?
Your kneecaps are vital to your mobility. They do more than just protect your knee joints: as your knees bend, they amplify the force of your thigh muscles. Without your kneecap, it would take tremendous effort to straighten your leg. An unstable kneecap poses a significant risk to your ability [Read More]
