Some orthopedic surgeons jump to surgery as a solution for everything from range of motion issues to chronic pain. Unfortunately, many of these procedures are largely unnecessary. We do not like to put our patients through surgery unless it is absolutely necessary. Here are some of the options we will exhaust before we start talking joint replacement. Physical therapy Although
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What You Need to Know About Orthopedic Surgery Recovery
Has your doctor recently brought up the possibility of orthopedic surgery? Whether you are fighting arthritis or have a joint injury, chronic pain can be debilitating and life-changing, but getting that joint replaced might not end your pain. Here’s what you need to know about orthopedic surgery recovery before you make that decision. Pain can last indefinitely. You might be
Why Surgical Solutions to Joint Pain Might Not Be the Best Choice
Ever hear someone in pain say, “Just cut it off and be done with it!”? When you live with chronic joint pain for years or even just months, it can be very easy to relate to such a sentiment. Sometimes when surgery is presented as an option, it is tempting just because you are promised it will eventually stop or
Exercise Tips to Avoid Joint Injury
When you cope with chronic joint pain, it can be very tempting to stop exercising altogether. Stiff joints, diminished flexibility, and increased pain can greatly discourage exercise among many people. But if you need to reach or maintain a healthy weight, exercise plays a key role. But if you exercise, won’t you hurt your joints further? Not necessarily. Here are
Top Reasons to Give Stem Cell Therapy a Try
Have you been iffy about trying stem cell therapy for your joint pain? If you’ve read about this treatment, you know that it is still in development and research. You have also probably found many testimonials as to its effectiveness, but new treatments can be scary, especially when you don’t know if it will work. But there are some excellent
How Stem Cells and PRP Work Together to Heal Joints
Did you know that there is a treatment that could be more effective than physical therapy alone and may prevent the need for invasive surgery? Enter stem cells and platelet rich plasma (PRP). These natural components in the body are responsible for cell division and repair and facilitate the natural healing process. The stem cells and PRP that are used
When to See a Doctor for Chronic Elbow Pain
Small aches and pains are easy to ignore. If you have some elbow pain out of the blue, you probably ignore it, maybe take some over-the-counter pain reliever, and wait to see if it gets better. But at what point do you decide the pain is bad enough or has gone on long enough that you need to see a
Common Causes of Trigger Finger and Available Treatment
Did you know that trigger finger is one of the most common reasons that patients come to our practice? Trigger finger happens most frequently to sufferers of rheumatoid arthritis, diabetes, and gout, but anyone can get trigger finger. Here’s what you need to know. What Is Trigger Finger? Trigger finger, also called trigger thumb, is actually a condition called stenosing
Diagnosis and Treatment of Ligament Damage
Ligament damage can happen to almost any joint, although some joints are more prone than others. Ligaments are strong bands of tissue that connect bone to bone or bone to cartilage. These ligaments can become stretched or torn with a joint injury. While ligament damage can be very painful and limit your mobility, there are a few different treatment options
What You Need to Know About Rotator Cuff Repair
Have you had severe, chronic, worsening pain and loss of motion in your shoulder? If so, you could have a torn rotator cuff. There are a few different treatments that can be tried to treat an injured shoulder, but a common solution is rotator cuff repair surgery. Here’s what you need to know about this procedure. What Is Rotator Cuff