Joint replacement, or arthroplasty, is an advanced orthopedic procedure that has helped thousands of people regain movement and experience a drastic reduction in pain. Arthritis is common. Most people deal with it in one form or another as they age. So when is it time for a knee replacement? It is read more »
Archives for July 2018
Are There Any Risks to Stem Cell Treatment?
Stem cell therapy is considered one of the great breakthroughs in medical science of the past century. The discovery of cells that can replace damaged tissue unable to heal on its own is revolutionary in the field of orthopedics, where so many patients are struggling to deal with degeneration of read more »
Should I Go to an Orthopedic Urgent Care After a Car Accident?
The shock of getting into a car accident can prevent you from feeling the pain of an injury. Even if you are fortunate not to suffer a life-threatening injury in the crash, strong emotions like fear, relief, anger, or distress can take attention away from your body, and a flood of adrenaline in read more »
Why Sports Medicine is Important in Treating Overuse Injuries
Athletes commonly experience overuse injuries. Examples include tennis elbow; pitcher’s elbow; stress fractures; and strains of the foot, ankle, or legs in runners; ligament strains; tendonitis; and other damage that occurs over time. A sport (or specific position on a team) often focuses on one or m read more »
