Summer is all fun and games until someone gets hurt. Whether you’re on vacation or hanging out at the park, a hand injury could occur and ruin your day. Before you get too excited about celebrating the weather, make sure you know the hazards involved and how to...
Summer is a fantastic time to get outside to enjoy the beautiful weather, fun sports, and family vacations. However an increase in summer fun can often lead to an increase in injuries. With the help of a few reminders, there are several ways you can prevent common...
People with diabetes have a high prevalence of orthopaedic problems and experience an increased risk of adverse outcomes following orthopaedic interventions. Diabetes can cause numerous problems, ranging from nerve damage to arterial disease to obesity to infections...
We know that surgery can be a daunting option for many, especially If you have never experienced a surgery with anesthesia, making even the simplest of procedures can seem overwhelming. However, the more you prepare ahead of time can help to lessen your pre-surgery...
Sports injuries are common among athletes and often impact the foot, ankle, wrist, or head. But what are some of the most common types of injuries in high school sports? Who is most at risk of injury? For starters, some of the more common sports injuries among high...
What is a Soft Tissue Injury? A soft tissue injury (STI) is damage to the body's connective tissues, which can include muscles, tendons, and ligaments. Soft tissue injuries can be caused in a variety of ways. Trauma, such as a fall or car accident, can cause...
When you suffer an injury, you may be tempted to get back to your routine as quickly as you can. Proper healing takes time and pushing yourself to get back to normal before your body is ready can be very dangerous. A sprain occurs when the ligament in your ankle is...
Knee replacement is one of the most commonly performed orthopedic procedures. It’s estimated that about one million knee replacement surgeries are performed annually in the United States. But how do you come to the decision to get knee replacement surgery? Many...
The human hand is amazingly complex and intricate. It’s comprised of 27 bones (including the wrist) and three nerves (the medial, radial, and ulnar nerves), and each of these nerves have both a sensory and motor component. The human hand is also an integral part of...
A damaged knee joint can become one of the most irritating things. It makes simple movements, such as walking, much more painful. If you have a damaged knee and you’re dealing with the pain on a daily basis because you don’t want to have surgery, you are not alone....
Shoulder pain can sideline even the most active person out there. It affects nearly every aspect of your life, from unloading the dishwasher to picking up your kids, shoulder pain can change your life. Your shoulder is made up of a series of muscles, tendons, and...
The human body has 206 bones that all have the potential to break in one way or another. With a vast array of accidents waiting to happen, such as vehicle collisions, slips, falls, and other unfortunate accidents, it's no surprise that many people experience some type...