Alternatives to Pain Medications; why you should give them a try
Pain medications offer temporary relief for joint pain, but they may not be a good solution for a chronic joint condition.
Questions to ask your Orthopedic Surgeon before your Joint Replacement Surgery
Joint replacement surgery is generally performed as an elective procedure, which means you decide whether or not to have the surgery, your doctor cannot make the decision for you.
Concerns about getting Your Surgery during the Coronavirus Pandemic; Why Delaying Your Surgery May Not be a Good Idea
The reason elective surgeries were postponed was to ensure there were enough resources to slow down the spread of the pandemic, to prioritize ....
Stretches that Relieve Tension in Your Hip Flexors
Do you sometimes get a sharp pain in the front of your hip when you lift your leg? You could have tight hip flexors.
What the FDA wants You to know about Stem Cell Treatments for Orthopedics
Stem cells are sometimes called “Master Cells” as they have the potential to regenerate and replace injured cells causing re-growth of damaged tissues and organs.
Recovering from a Broken Hip: Tips and Tools for a Faster Recovery
Broken hips or hip fractures are a serious problem for older adults and most commonly result from a low-energy fall.
Retiring? Is this a Good Time for your Outpatient Knee Replacement Surgery
Retiring from work means you have more time on your hands to follow your passion. Whether it's traveling, taking up a new hobby, working in your garden,
When can you get back to work and drive again after joint replacement?
Knee and hip replacements are the most successful orthopedic procedures. To maximize surgical outcome, you should allow for a time of healing before returning to routine activities.
What You Can Do to Help Your Stiff Achy Knees
Stiff and achy knees are most often caused by osteoarthritis a.k.a. wear-and-tear arthritis. The disease is characterized by the wearing away of the cartilage that covers the bone surfaces within a joint.
What to do if Your Knee or Hip Surgery is Postponed?
Many hospitals are postponing elective knee or hip replacement surgeries so medical resources can be made available to treat severely ill patients infected by the COVID-19 virus.
