Common Orthopedic Problems in Adults
Orthopedic problems are often related to some type of stress, strain, or damage involving muscles, ligaments, and joints. Adults in particular can experience muscle-related discomfort due to age-related conditions, temporary inflammation, and corresponding medical conditions like diabetes and high blood
Could You Have Osteoarthritis?
Caused by age-related wear and tear on the cartilage that provides a cushion for your joints, osteoarthritis is a common cause of pain associated with movement. If you're experiencing a level of discomfort that's affecting your quality of life, your
Common Orthopedic Problems in Seniors
Senior citizens experience several orthopedic problems after many years of wear and tear on the joints of their bodies. In addition to having degrading bone and cartilage in weight-bearing joints such as the knees and hips, senior citizens can develop
Dealing with Osteoporosis
Osteoporosis can be a difficult condition to live with due to the fact that it leads to the brittleness of bones throughout the body and makes it more difficult to partake in numerous activities. If you're living with osteoporosis, there
Common Orthopedic Problems in Athletes
Athletes commonly have orthopedic problems due to injury or overuse of the musculoskeletal system. Sometimes little treatment must be done to fix an injury, and sometimes more in depth measures are taken in order to promote healing. Ankle Fractures One very common
Common Orthopedic Problems in Teenagers
Although teens are typically healthy, adolescence is a time when orthopedic problems may develop. Growth spurts can place extra stress on tendons and muscles, increasing the risk of some injuries. Conditions such as scoliosis may become apparent. Sports injuries are
Overcoming Runner’s Knee
Runner’s knee is obviously common with runners, but it is also seen in any athletes that bend their knees a lot, such as those that do a lot of biking or jumping. Runner’s knee, also called patellofemoral pain syndrome, is
Understanding Bursitis
All over your body, bursae work to cushion your muscles, bones, and tendons. Bursae are small sacs that are filled with fluid. Bursitis occurs when the bursae become inflamed. Bursitis is most commonly located in the hip, shoulder, and elbow, but
Common Orthopedic Problems in Kids
As your child grows and develops, you may notice things about their movement or growth that concerns you. In many cases, these things are temporary and occur as your child is beginning to walk, or are otherwise not requiring treatment.
All About Spinal Stenosis
Spinal stenosis is the narrowing of the spinal canal, a condition that is most common in the lower back and neck. This narrowing places pressure on the nerves and spinal cord. Spinal stenosis is most commonly caused by general wear