Joints creak, pop, and crack may happen even more often when we age. In certain joints, like knees, creaking sounds may be pretty loud. Yet, does the sound indicate that the joint is wearing down or needs to be replaced, partially or fully? Let’s discuss why joints make noise, if or when you may need
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Spring Cleaning? Recommendations on How to Avoid Injury
It’s that time of year again – the weather is getting warmer, the flowers are blooming, and that layer of dust on your highest bookshelf is begging to be swept clean. Spring cleaning is a healthy habit of throwing out the old to make way for the new, but as an orthopedic surgeon can tell
Read MoreWhat Questions Should I Ask My Orthopedic Surgeon Before Carpal Tunnel Surgery?
Carpal tunnel surgery is an orthopedic procedure used to treat carpal tunnel syndrome – a common condition that causes numbness and weakness in the hand and arm. If you are considering carpal tunnel surgery, it is important to ask your orthopedic surgeon plenty of questions to ensure you understand the risks and benefits associated with
Read MoreHow Does an Orthopedic Surgeon Treat Common Basketball-Related Injuries?
March is the season when one of the biggest annual sporting events takes place – the NCAA basketball single-elimination tournament, more commonly known as March Madness. This exciting event has players all across the country getting ready for their time on court. Regardless of whether you play basketball recreationally or are a professional athlete, basketball-related
Read MoreOrthopedic Mattresses: Which Ones Are Best?
If you are suffering from chronic back pain, it is in your best interest to consider switching to an orthopedic mattress. An orthopedic mattress is designed specifically for people who need special support of the neck and back while they sleep. The term “orthopedic” indicates that this type of mattress is designed to help keep
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