Surgery as a treatment plan is not just an operation. It has three steps: pre-op, the surgery itself, and post-op. Pre-op is just as important as the surgery itself because it conditions your body for a safe procedure and recovery. On the other hand, post-op care is also vital because it determines [Read More]
Orthopedics
Tips for Preventing Tendonitis
Tendons are tough, flexible tissue that connects muscles to bones. When too much stress causes one or more tendons to become inflamed, a painful condition known as tendonitis can occur. It can limit your range of motion and keep you from the activities you enjoy. Tendonitis, also known as [Read More]
Preventing Shin Splints
Medically known as medial tibial stress syndrome, shin splints occur when you feel pain in the bone in the front of your lower leg due to repetitive stress on the bone, muscles, and tendons in that area. The tibia, or shinbone, is the large bone in your lower leg that absorbs a lot of the pressure [Read More]
What Does Diabetes Have to Do with My Frozen Shoulder?
Frozen shoulder, or adhesive capsulitis, is a debilitating but normally temporary condition that is characterized by an extended period of pain and stiffness in your shoulder. Symptoms usually subside and functionality returns to normal after up to three years. A number of health conditions can [Read More]
Treatments for Bone Fractures
Strong bones help us lead a healthy and active lifestyle. Through proper diet and regular exercise, we can maintain good bone health. However, we can still experience incidents beyond our control, such as a high-impact fall or a car accident, which can cause one or more broken bones. Bone [Read More]
