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Understanding shoulder pain: Frozen shoulder vs. rotator cuff injuries

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Feb 16, 2024

The shoulder is the most mobile joint in the human body. As we use our shoulders for many movements and activities, any shoulder pain can cause much disruption and discomfort in our daily lives. Unfortunately, people may wait to receive...

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Don’t shrug off shoulder pain: When to see a doctor for shoulder impingement

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Nov 2, 2023

Shoulder pain is a common issue that many of us may face at some point in our lives, but understanding the causes and finding ways to prevent it can be the key to enjoying an active lifestyle, pain-free. If you...

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Reducing the risk of dislocation after a hip replacement

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Aug 22, 2023

When you undergo hip replacement surgery to help you regain movement and relieve pain, you want to do everything you can to protect your new hip. While most people who have an elective hip replacement go on to have a healthy...

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Treating hip pain with less invasive techniques

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Jul 6, 2023

The hip is one of the hardest working joints in the human body, tasked with supporting the weight of our upper torso and giving us the ability to walk and move. So when things go wrong, the consequences can be...

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Hip dysplasia: Symptoms, diagnosis and treatments to keep you moving well

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Jun 29, 2023

If you’re feeling hip pain or discomfort, you may have underlying hip dysplasia. Hip dysplasia remains a leading cause of early hip degeneration. It helps to look at hip dysplasia as a spectrum—from understanding the beginnings in infants, to the symptoms...

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What to expect during knee replacement surgery

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May 4, 2023

The prospect of ongoing, worsening knee pain is not an appealing one. For some people, though, the idea of a knee replacement procedure is even less so. Throughout my career as an orthopedic surgeon, I have performed countless knee replacements...

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Weather and joint pain: It’s no wives’ tale

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May 1, 2023

Can the weather really cause joint pain? It’s no wives’ tale—people with arthritis and other joint conditions may be able to tell when the weather is going to change. Cold and damp weather tend to make joint pain worse, particularly in...

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Is the OATS knee procedure right for your cartilage repair?

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Apr 11, 2023

The cartilage between the bones in your knee helps keep everything moving smoothly. But when there’s damage to this important cushion, even a small part, it can start to have a big impact on your ability to stay active.  If...

Joint pain? How to know when it’s time to see a doctor

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Mar 16, 2023

Ah, those aching joints. Morning shoulder stiffness. Sore knees after a long day chasing kids. Weekend warrior hip pain. Sound familiar? Joint pain is common, especially as we age or take up a new activity. While occasional aches or stiffness...

Pickleball injuries: Just how dangerous is America’s new favorite sport?

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Oct 26, 2022

Pickleball is considered to be the fastest-growing recreational sport in the US since 2019, and quite possibly in the world. If you’ve never played, pickleball is essentially a cross between tennis, badminton and table tennis.The court size is smaller and the...

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Which hip pain treatment is right for you? Hip preservation vs. hip replacement

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Oct 10, 2022

Occasional aches and pains in your hip can be normal, but what about hip pain that doesn’t improve or continues to get worse? Have you tried resting and doing the exercises and stretches Dr. Google recommended, but nothing is helping? Have...

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5 ways to prevent falls at home: An orthopedic surgeon’s advice to his own mom

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Nov 22, 2021

This year, approximately a third of elderly Americans will experience a fall at home. Most of you will read this and ask, “Am I considered elderly?” or think “It’s a good thing I’m not elderly!”My mother, who is strong in...

How to prevent falls in the home

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Nov 19, 2021

It happens to all of us. We bump into a coffee table, trip over a lamp cord or slip on the stairs. But if you are an older adult, the consequences of a fall can be dire.One out of every...

Yes, you can lower your chances of osteoporosis (Here’s how)

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Nov 2, 2021

One of the questions I hear most often is, “how can I prevent osteoporosis?” It’s a great question, because it shows that people want to sidestep—instead of just treat—this common problem. The good news is there are ways to do...

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How same-day joint replacement is revolutionizing the surgery experience

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Sep 29, 2021

In the past, many people with hip or knee pain were hesitant about choosing joint replacement. They had worries about a long hospital stay, ongoing pain or mobility after surgery. But now, many of these problems aren’t problems anymore.With same-day...

Complex joint replacement and revision: A FAQ

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Sep 21, 2021

Joint replacement procedures have been around for decades. They are considered safe and effective at relieving pain—usually from osteoarthritis—and improving quality of life. For most people, getting a joint replacement is a straightforward proposition. But what if you’re experiencing other...

Problems with your artificial joint? It might be time for revision surgery

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Sep 9, 2021

No one who has had a joint replacement procedure wants to hear that they need another procedure on the same joint. But despite the success rate of this type of surgery, the fact remains that some people will need to...

Why more women end up needing knee replacement surgery than men

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Aug 24, 2021

While it is not uncommon for a particular medical condition or treatment to impact men and women at different rates, you are probably not aware that knee replacement is among them. You may be surprised to learn that it is...

4 exercises for aching knees

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Aug 16, 2021

It may sound counterintuitive, but medical experts agree that sitting on the sidelines might not be the answer to relieving your aching knees. Getting out and exercising may be the best way to get rid of your knee pain.Overcoming knee-related...

How to make using crutches more comfortable

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Aug 11, 2021

When you get an injury that needs crutches, everything may feel completely new to you.You may feel awkward with crutches and wonder just how long you have to go through this. Carl Hartmann, an orthopedic technologist on the medical staff...