Advanced Bone & Joint

Archives for March 2021

Bone Diseases: Is Joint Replacement Necessary?

Joint replacement is a surgical treatment for joints that are significantly damaged, often due to bone diseases like arthritis. Patients who are recommended this treatment have advanced or end-stage arthritis that no longer responds to conservative treatments. The need for a joint replacement is assessed by evaluating the patient’s symptoms and overall condition. Patients experiencing

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Key Tips for Managing Your Arthritis Pain

With arthritis, the aches, pains, swelling, and stiffness are a bad combination. Plus, the symptoms always occur in the joints you use the most. Don’t you wish you could wake up without arthritis pain? Contrary to what you may assume, you do not have to live with the pain. An experienced orthopedic team can help

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What Is a Tailor’s Bunion?

A tailor’s bunion also called a bunionette, is a close relative of a regular bunion—the painful, bony bump that forms on the joint at the base of the big toe. The difference is that a tailor’s bunion forms on the outside of the foot, at the base of the little toe. The name “tailor’s bunion”

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Sports Injury Prevention Tips

Sports injuries can bring down even the fittest athletes and dash their hopes of reaching their peak performance.  While there’s no foolproof strategy to completely avoid sports injuries, there are practical steps you can take to reduce your risk of sustaining one. Below are some prevention tips to help you keep sports injuries at bay.

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