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Yes! Orthopedic surgeons can treat your fracture, i.e., a broken bone. An orthopedic surgeon is specialized in diagnosing and treating musculoskeletal system problems, including orthopedic fractures. Orthopedic fractures can result from sports injuries, falls, and traumas, such as car accidents. These fractures can range from a tiny crack in the bone to a break in…
Knee pain can easily keep you from carrying out your daily duties. It’s essential to learn what causes knee pain, so you can actively protect yourself, and know how to treat it, so you can find relief. If you experience knee pain but don’t get it checked immediately, it may worsen and result in a…
Surgical procedures can be intimidating, and so most patients are concerned about the possible complications that can arise after surgery. When it comes to knee surgery in particular, since your knees are vital to your mobility, you are likely concerned about an interruption in your ability to walk after the operation. Let’s talk about some…
Few things in life are more frustrating for an athlete than getting an injury. If you’re an active person, you might feel that every day is the perfect time to train in your sport, and the mere thought of resting might sound like a horrible idea. However, the inconvenient truth is that injuries happen all…
Hip arthritis, in itself, can be debilitating and disruptive. If you’ve been diagnosed with it, the last thing you want is having to live through a flare—a period in which your symptoms tend to crank up, and the very medications that you take to control them don’t seem to work. While it can be quite…
It’s usual to get an injury while playing sports or exercising. However, continuing playing might after an injury might be risky. The problem is, your body is good at repairing itself and finding ways to allow you to keep going — even if you shouldn’t! Let’s talk in detail about sprain, it’s causes, treatment options,…
Whether you’re having a total joint replacement, arthroscopy to repair a joint, or surgery to correct a torn meniscus or torn ACL (anterior cruciate ligament), you will have some questions after the procedure is complete. After all, surgical orthopedic treatment involves not only diagnosis and surgery, but also recovery and recuperation. Recovering from an orthopedic…
Running is one of the most popular forms of exercise. It’s easy, doesn’t require much equipment, and you can do it anytime and anywhere. It is also one of the most straightforward ways to get the benefits of exercise. Aside from the health benefits, you can join runner communities to expand your social circle. It…
Your orthopedic surgeon is a partner in enhancing your health. Patients should have an active part in their healthcare, and this can be done by asking your surgeon questions about your concerns and being proactive in your treatment plan. It is important to know all about your surgery beforehand. Any surgery has its risks and…
It’s no secret that doing physical activities regularly has several health benefits to people of all ages, however, it can also result in accidental injuries, some of which require complicated treatments. Prevention and recovery from sports injuries are considered an ongoing issue that athletes of all ages face. If you become injured while doing physical…
