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Health Topics
Sep 29, 2021
In the past, many people with hip or knee pain were hesitant about choosing joint replacement. They had worries about a long hospital stay, ongoing pain or mobility after surgery. But now, many of these problems aren’t problems anymore.With same-day...
Sep 21, 2021
Joint replacement procedures have been around for decades. They are considered safe and effective at relieving pain—usually from osteoarthritis—and improving quality of life. For most people, getting a joint replacement is a straightforward proposition. But what if you’re experiencing other...
Sep 9, 2021
No one who has had a joint replacement procedure wants to hear that they need another procedure on the same joint. But despite the success rate of this type of surgery, the fact remains that some people will need to...
Aug 24, 2021
While it is not uncommon for a particular medical condition or treatment to impact men and women at different rates, you are probably not aware that knee replacement is among them. You may be surprised to learn that it is...
Aug 16, 2021
It may sound counterintuitive, but medical experts agree that sitting on the sidelines might not be the answer to relieving your aching knees. Getting out and exercising may be the best way to get rid of your knee pain.Overcoming knee-related...
Aug 11, 2021
When you get an injury that needs crutches, everything may feel completely new to you.You may feel awkward with crutches and wonder just how long you have to go through this. Carl Hartmann, an orthopedic technologist on the medical staff...
Aug 9, 2021
Cracking your knuckles or leaning over in your chair to crack the joints in your back may feel good in the moment, but too much of a good thing may be detrimental to your overall joint health.Scott & White orthopedic...
Aug 4, 2021
When it comes to joint replacement, most people have heard of knee replacement, hip replacement and even shoulder replacement. But not as many folks are acquainted with another important joint that can now be replaced if necessary: the ankle. Ankle replacement—also...
Jun 7, 2021
From young athletes to older adults, knee injuries are one of the most common orthopedic injuries we treat. When you’re on your feet, your knees take on the load of your weight. This pressure and stress can make your knees...
May 20, 2021
If you’re familiar with the term platelet rich plasma (PRP), it’s likely because of its well-publicized cosmetic applications—from smoothing wrinkles to stimulating hair regrowth. Beyond beauty, though, PRP is increasingly being used for more structural applications in tendons, ligaments, muscles...
Jan 13, 2021
When you buy a new car, even one that has top ratings for quality, you still know that eventually it will have to be replaced — like virtually everything else that is man-made. That includes the artificial joints used during...
Dec 29, 2020
From competitive athletes to weekend warriors, you may have specific orthopedic needs based on your age or the sports you play. But did you know being male or female can affect your orthopedic health, too? Differences in bony anatomy, ligaments...
Oct 9, 2020
Knee pain can be a very debilitating and life-altering problem for today’s active adult. Knee pain can creep up slowly over time or literally bring you to your knees in an instant. The causes of knee pain can vary from a...
Oct 1, 2020
Over the last decade, several high-profile professional athletes have turned to what has widely been referred to as stem cell therapy to recover from injury and attempt to return to top form. Ten years ago, many of these therapies were...
Sep 14, 2020
Your knee constantly hurts — you can tell it’s starting to wear out. You get swelling, cracking, popping and just aren’t able to be as active as you used to be. When is the right time to think about knee...
Sep 3, 2020
In addition to traditional team sports, many young and old alike enjoy individual recreational activities — take golf, cycling, hiking and skateboarding, to name a few. All these activities can be great exercise, but they each also carry their own...
May 4, 2020
Have you found yourself running or walking regularly for the first time in a while? Running through your neighborhood streets is an easy and efficient form of exercise and a good way to get some fresh air. There are numerous physical...
Feb 28, 2020
Men and women may be created equal, but we’re not built the same—particularly when it comes to our knees. Female athletes are more than likely than men to suffer serious knee injuries, a statistic that varies by sport.But it’s not...
Aug 7, 2019
Many people, myself included, have a love/hate relationship with running. On the one hand, running allows for a high caloric burn within a short amount of time, meaning it’s one of the most efficient options for exercise. It also improves...
Jul 24, 2019
As the popularity of high-impact, strength-building exercise programs increases, the shoulder is being increasingly called upon to function as a high demand, weight-bearing joint. This has led to an increase in shoulder-related complaints among active adults. If that’s you, read...
