Being involved in an accident, especially ones that cause trauma to your back makes you vulnerable to spinal injury. If you suspect that you have sustained an injury to the spinal column, have yourself checked immediately. Any damage to your spine is cause for concern. If left untreated, spinal damage can lead to more severe
Read MoreBone and Joint Health Awareness Month: Common Bone and Joint Conditions
October is Bone and Joint Health Awareness Month— a health campaign intended to increase public awareness of the importance of prevention, management, and treatment of bone and joint conditions. At Advanced Orthopedic Center, we believe that one of the secrets to living life with no physical limits is to take care of your bone and
Read MoreInterventional Pain Management: What Is It and When Do You Consider It?
Pain—when it’s persistent, debilitating, or intractable—can render even the toughest people unable to find enjoyment in their lives. Interventional pain management is good news to patients who are still searching for a solution to their pain problems after months or even years of being shuffled back and forth between their primary care physicians and specialists.
Read MoreRecovering from a Shoulder Replacement Surgery and What to Expect
A shoulder replacement can help restore function and decrease pain in your damaged shoulder joint. While minimally invasive surgical techniques can shorten the recovery time, there still is a period of convalescence. If you are recommended to have your shoulder replaced, be sure to discuss what to expect during and after surgery with your orthopedic
Read MoreEnd-of-Summer Activities: Tips to Prevent Orthopedic Injuries
We’re in the final stretch of summer. If you’re one of the many people who waited several months just to do your favorite sport or outdoor activities, you’re probably wishing you could extend it or thinking about how to squeeze in your exploits before it ends. To help you make your end-of-summer activities as enjoyable
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