If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with Dupuytren’s contracture (whose technical term is palmar fibromatosis), you may be wondering what it is and whether it can be corrected so you can grip again. Dupuytren’s contracture is a hand deformity that is caused by the development of knots of [Read More]
Orthopaedic Surgery
Recovering from Shoulder Surgery
We depend on our shoulders so often every day that we may not realize how important a shoulder is until it’s injured. Shoulders provide the greatest range of motion of any joint in the body. Because of this, a shoulder injury can curtail even the most basic of our daily activities. Whether that’s [Read More]
Types of Orthopedic Implants
If you've ever suffered a traumatic injury from an accident, or degeneration of a joint or bone over time from a chronic medical condition, an orthopedic implant might be needed to stabilize your muscular system, and improve your mobility and flexibility. An orthopedic implant is a manufactured [Read More]
10 Things Your Orthopedist Wants You to Know
An orthopedist treats conditions related to the musculoskeletal system, often injuries the patient incurs while playing sports or due to wear and tear over time. Orthopedic surgery is a specialty within the specialty. Here’s ten things your orthopedist wants you to know so next time you visit, you [Read More]
General Orthopedics vs. Pediatric Orthopedics
The term “orthopedics” seems simple enough. It’s a branch of surgery that deals with conditions involving the musculoskeletal system (bones, joints, tendons, and cartilage) and, therefore, should apply to people of all ages. However, there’s a difference between general orthopedics and pediatric [Read More]
