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Winter is not just a season full of cold and gloomy days. On the contrary: With a whole new set of seasonal sports to try out, winter can also be fun and exciting. However, snow sports and ice sports have their own set of risks, especially leg injuries. Before you set out to enjoy wintertime
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Reasons Your Hands Hurt, Especially at Night
Do you have this pins-and-needles feeling or pain in your hand that constantly bothers you at night? Sometimes, even the simple tasks that you do throughout your day, such as typing on your computer, cleaning your room, or rearranging your furniture, can haunt you with hand pain just when you’re about to hit the sack.
Read MoreThe Treatment for Knee Arthritis Is Determined by Its Severity
The two most common forms of knee arthritis are rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis, although other forms may affect your knees, as well. While there are many treatments available for arthritis, not every treatment is suitable for every patient. An orthopedic doctor treats arthritis based on its severity and how it impacts your life. Mild Arthritis
Read MoreCommon Hand and Wrist Surgeries
Your hands and wrists consist of various small components that all work together to enable you to perform many tasks like writing, typing, opening doors, and driving. Sometimes, a part of your hand or wrist may develop a problem or suffer an injury that noninvasive treatments simply cannot address. That’s when an orthopedic doctor can
Read MoreWhy You Shouldn’t Ignore Shoulder Pain
It’s part of living to get occasional aches and pains. Our bodies move all day long, and sometimes, we can experience injuries or develop conditions that lead to pain. However, if the aching doesn’t get better with time or go away with the RICE (rest, icing, compression, elevation) method, you could be looking at a
Read MoreCommon Orthopedic Injuries During the Holidays
The holidays are a busy time even during a pandemic, and physical movement always carries with it a risk of injury. There’s also the colder weather, which can have a negative effect on your joints and the flurry of activity that comes with preparing, celebrating, and cleaning up during the holidays. Emergency rooms across the
Read MoreCommon Foot and Ankle Injuries from Football
Football players can be vulnerable to a number of different injuries on the field, particularly foot and ankle injuries. Such injuries can occur from a variety of factors, such as direct trauma during a tackle, running, or from side to side cutting. Some injuries can be complex and in order to treat them successfully, early
Read MoreWhy Would I Need to See an Orthopedic Doctor?
Did you know that you have approximately 300 joints and bones inside your body? Any of these joints are susceptible to various conditions, usually resulting in discomfort, pain, loss of mobility, or worse. Fortunately, orthopedic doctors specialize in treating conditions affecting your bones and joints. Let’s discuss why you would need to see an orthopedic
Read MoreWhy Sports Medicine Is Important for Athletes
Playing at the top of your game demands lots of energy, strong muscles, and intense joint movement. However, even the best athletes can overexert or injure themselves without proper guidance, and that’s where sports medicine comes into play. Medical doctors who practice sports medicine specialize in helping athletes maintain their peak performance, whether amateur or
Read MoreThe 5 Most Common Knee Injuries
You use your knee a great deal most days. All this stress on your knees can lead to injuries. You can also hurt your knees when you participate in sports or other physical activities. Certain injuries are more common than others, but an orthopedic doctor can help you find relief and prevent long-term damage in
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