Why Do My Knees Make a Cracking Sound? Have you bent down to tie your shoes or pick something up and heard a loud crack coming from your knees? This joint noise is called ‘crepitus’, and it’s not uncommon. Here’s what you should know. Why Joint Noise Occurs When carbon dioxide builds up in the… Continue reading Why Do My Knees Pop?
Understanding Metabolic Bone Disease At Orthopaedic Speciality Group, we treat patients with a spectrum of conditions, many of which are related to bone strength and skeletal health. Learn more about the following bone diseases to understand your situation better. Do I Have Metabolic Bone Disease? Our skeleton is just one area of our body that… Continue reading What is Metabolic Bone Disease?
Reducing Your Winter Joint Pain There are a few common signs winter is upon us — freshly fallen snow, cold weather, holiday decorations, and one that’s particularly unpleasant — joint pain. Increase your comfort this season with the following tips: 1. Don’t stop moving It can seem easy to stay inside bundled up on the… Continue reading Winter Joint Pain Relief Tips
Does a Sedentary Lifestyle Make Arthritis Worse? With a busy schedule of school, work, and social events, it can be tempting to spend whatever time we can get relaxing on the couch. While rest is important, if you are living a sedentary lifestyle, meaning you are sitting and resting more than you are being active,… Continue reading How Being Sedentary Affects Your Joints
5 Foods That Cause Inflammation When we’re sick or injured, inflammation can be a good thing — think of it as your body’s winter jacket. Inflammation can, in this case, help your body heal from injuries or illnesses. However, chronic inflammation can lead to an increased risk of diabetes, obesity, and heart disease. The foods… Continue reading Thanksgiving Foods that Cause Inflammation
The Connection Between Diabetes and Bone Health Whether you are living with diabetes or have a loved one afflicted with the disease, many of us know the common side effects: heart disease, stroke, and possibly neuropathy. However, not many people recognize the effect diabetes can have on your bones. Here’s what you should know. Individuals… Continue reading Diabetes and Your Bone Health
A small curve in your back is normal, but if the curve begins to cause extreme discomfort, you may be experiencing kyphosis. Here’s what you need to know. Symptoms and Causes of Kyphosis Kyphosis is a relatively common excessive spinal curve that causes lasting issues throughout the body and can affect patients of all ages.… Continue reading What Is Kyphosis?
Pain in Patients: A Silent Struggle Some of the most common struggles of Alzheimer’s Disease include memory loss and confusion, but a hidden struggle that many patients don’t talk about is the pain they experience. While patients with Alzheimer’s do feel pain, they often cannot speak to anyone about it, and it goes untreated. Studies… Continue reading The Problem of Pain in Alzheimer’s Patients
From stomach pains to backaches, we all experience pain. Although in most cases the pain is temporary, other times the pain can be longterm lasting weeks, months, or even years. The duration, location, and cause of pain determine how healthcare professionals treat will treat it. Acute Pain Acute pain is the most common type of… Continue reading Acute Pain vs. Chronic Pain
Our spine functions as a support pillar to our body: it helps hold our body weight and protect the spinal cord. Both our spine and spinal cords are delicate parts of our body, and damage to either can result in permanent damage or difficulties with strength or sensation. While patients may think hope is lost… Continue reading Can You Recover From a Spinal Cord Injury?