When you experience a musculoskeletal issue, whether it is a sprained ankle, a sore back, or chronic joint pain, deciding where to seek help can be confusing. Should you see an orthopedist or a physical therapist? Understanding the roles of these healthcare professionals can help you make an [Read More]
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Relief from Chronic Pain: The Role of Bone Doctors in Pain Management
Chronic pain, a persistent ache or throb that lingers for over 12 weeks, can significantly disrupt your daily life. It can affect your sleep, work performance, physical activity levels, and overall mood. Unlike acute pain, which disappears once the cause is treated, chronic pain persists long-term [Read More]
What You Need to Know About Posterior Tibial Tendonitis Treatment
If you play a sport that often requires you to run, like tennis or baseball, then you may develop posterior tibial tendonitis. This issue occurs when one of the tendons that support the arch of your foot – connecting the tibia to the foot – becomes inflamed, usually due to tiny tears in the [Read More]
Will I Need Surgery for a Separated Shoulder?
Shoulder pain, bruising, swelling, weakness, and a limited range of motion are all signs of a shoulder injury. If you fall and land on your shoulder or receive a direct blow, you may have separated or dislocated it. A separated shoulder is a stretching or tearing of the ligaments that connect the [Read More]
What is Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) and how is it treated?
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) is a condition that causes symptoms such as severe burning pain usually in one side of the body, particularly the hand, arm, leg, and foot. A person with CRPS most likely has extremely sensitive nerves that overreact when touched. The pain that patients with [Read More]