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5 Different Knee Braces and What They’ll do For You

Posted on August 3rd, 2017 by Orthopaedic Specialty Group

They may be small, but almost everything you do requires your knees. So when you experience an injury, or undergo knee surgery, trying to go about your day-to-day activities can be pretty tough. But that’s where knee braces come in! After an injury or surgery, knee braces can be instrumental in aiding your healing. But… Continue reading 5 Different Knee Braces and What They’ll do For You

5 Common Causes of Hip Pain in Women

Posted on July 31st, 2017 by Orthopaedic Specialty Group

Hip pain is one of the most common complaints we hear from our patients. While your hip ball-and-socket joint is designed to move in its repetitive motion for years, even it’s not immune to damage at some point. The Main Causes of Hip Pain Arthritis: The most common cause of hip pain in women is… Continue reading 5 Common Causes of Hip Pain in Women

20 Questions to Ask Before You Have Outpatient Surgery

Posted on July 27th, 2017 by Orthopaedic Specialty Group

Deciding to have surgery is one of the most difficult decisions you’ll ever make, but it’s likely one that will substantially improve your quality of life. When it comes to surgery, many things can feel out of your control. To help you better understand the procedure you’ll be undergoing, make sure to ask your surgeon these… Continue reading 20 Questions to Ask Before You Have Outpatient Surgery

The Causes of Golfer’s Elbow (Other than Golf!)

Posted on July 18th, 2017 by Orthopaedic Specialty Group

Golfer’s elbow may not be as well known as it’s cousin, tennis elbow, but it still affects thousands of people each year. While tennis elbow affects the outside of your arm (where your forearm meets your elbow) golfer’s elbow affects the muscles on the inside of your elbow. And despite its name, playing golf isn’t… Continue reading The Causes of Golfer’s Elbow (Other than Golf!)

5 Things to Know About Hip Arthroscopy Recovery

Posted on July 7th, 2017 by Orthopaedic Specialty Group

Hip arthroscopy is a state-of-the-art procedure that allows surgeons to view a hip joint without making a large incision through a patient’s skin or tissue. While this procedure is far less invasive than its surgical alternative, we understand that patients can be a little nervous about their recovery. That’s why we’ve outlined a few things you… Continue reading 5 Things to Know About Hip Arthroscopy Recovery

6 Ways to Naturally Strengthen Your Spine

Posted on July 7th, 2017 by Orthopaedic Specialty Group

We all know the importance of taking care of our organs and muscles, but when was the last time you thought about your spine? Though the spine is (literally) the backbone of our health, its health is all too often ignored. This summer, do your spine (and overall health) a favor by making these simple… Continue reading 6 Ways to Naturally Strengthen Your Spine

How to Stay Safe When Working Out in the Summer

Posted on June 27th, 2017 by Orthopaedic Specialty Group

With summer officially underway, everyone is eager to stretch their legs and work off those last few pounds. When done correctly, exercising is great for your mind, body, and soul. But, with the temperatures rising, there are a few things you need to keep in mind if you want to stay safe while working out… Continue reading How to Stay Safe When Working Out in the Summer

These Are the 3 Most Common Sports-Related Hand Injuries

Posted on June 19th, 2017 by Orthopaedic Specialty Group

When we think of sports injuries, we typically think of blows to the head and chest. But did you know that the most common sports injuries are actually to the hand? Even in hands-free sports, like soccer, your fingers can easily be damaged by a stray ball or jab to the hand. If your fingers… Continue reading These Are the 3 Most Common Sports-Related Hand Injuries

4 Best Exercises for Tennis Elbow

Posted on June 8th, 2017 by Orthopaedic Specialty Group

Contrary to its name, tennis players aren’t the only people who can get tennis elbow. Surprisingly, it’s a relatively common forearm problem that affects more than 200,000 people in the U.S. each year. If you’ve been diagnosed with tennis elbow or are experiencing pain on the outside of your elbow, here are a few exercises you… Continue reading 4 Best Exercises for Tennis Elbow

Back Pain: When to See a Doctor

Posted on May 31st, 2017 by Orthopaedic Specialty Group

Most back pain will go away on its own, or with the help of a little heat and ice. But what do you do when your back pain just won’t go away? Should you stick it out one more day and see if it gets better, or head to the doctor? The Most Common Causes… Continue reading Back Pain: When to See a Doctor

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