What to Do If You Have an Animal Bite?Dec 01, 2023Animal bites can happen suddenly and leave you with a traumatic injury. While it’s unpleasant to think about them, knowing how to handle one in an emergency is still important. Here’s what to do if an animal ever bites you.
What Is This Bump on My Wrist?Nov 16, 2023Bumps can develop practically anywhere on your body, and your wrist is no exception. If you spot a bump on your wrist, knowing what caused it is the first step in getting rid of it. Read on to learn more about common causes of wrist bumps.
When to Worry About Numbness in Your FingersOct 02, 2023Occasional numbness in your fingers is one thing, but what happens when once-in-awhile discomfort becomes a daily occurrence? Read on to identify the top signs that it’s time to seek care for numbness in your fingers.
What Causes Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?Sep 01, 2023Carpal tunnel syndrome affects millions of Americans, but you may not know why it happens — or what you can do to treat it. This post gives you the answers you need to find relief for uncomfortable wrist and hand symptoms.
How Is Osteoarthritis Different from Rheumatoid Arthritis?Jul 03, 2023Osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis are both types of arthritis, but they have different causes, symptoms, and treatments. Read on to learn more about the differences and how we can help.
3 Strategies to Manage Work with Hand and Wrist PainJun 02, 2023Whether you’re working at a desk or in a warehouse, hand and wrist pain can make it hard to work and even perform daily tasks. If you have hand or wrist pain, read on as we explore these strategies to help alleviate some of the discomforts.
Will Trigger Finger Ever Go Away on Its Own?May 12, 2023Trigger finger makes it hard to perform daily tasks, type, or even use your phone. If you’re dealing with these symptoms, you may wonder if they’ll ever go away alone. Find out in this blog.
The Importance of Having a Board-Certified Podiatrist on Your Diabetic Care TeamApr 01, 2023When managing your blood sugar, the last thing you probably think about is your feet. Yet proper foot care is critical for people with diabetes and can reduce the risk of long-term complications, including amputation.
How to Prevent Tennis Elbow from ReturningMar 09, 2023Having tennis elbow can be annoying and painful. But if you follow these simple steps, you’ll be able to bounce back and prevent future bouts of tennis elbow.
Little Known Causes of Chronic Wrist PainFeb 07, 2023You might not think much about your wrist until it hurts. This blog highlights the little known causes of chronic wrist pain and what we can do to help you find relief from chronic pain.
Living with Arthritis: How Physical Therapy Eases Pain and Improves MobilityJan 01, 2023Tired of dealing with stiff and achy joints? In this blog, we share how physical therapy 一 in conjunction with lifestyle modifications and medication 一 can help ease pain and improve mobility.
Is It a Fracture or a Sprain? How to Tell if You've Broken a BoneDec 01, 2022Both fractures and sprains are painful injuries with similar symptoms, yet it can be hard to see the difference between them. In this blog, we share tips for telling the difference between a break and a sprain.
Why Do I Have Sciatica, and How Can I Get Relief?Nov 01, 2022When sciatica flares up, it’s hard, if not impossible, to ignore. This can lead to questions like what causes sciatica and what can you do about it? Read on to get answers to those two questions.
Put an End to Chronic Hip Pain: 5 Signs It's Time for a Hip ReplacementOct 04, 2022Hip pain, whether it’s the result of arthritis or an injury, can take a toll on your ability to move from point A to point B. The good news is that chronic hip pain doesn’t have to last forever. Here are five signs it’s time for a hip replacement.
5 Signs of Carpal Tunnel SyndromeSep 01, 2022Carpal tunnel syndrome is more than just wrist pain. When your nerve is pinched, it can lead to pain and reduced wrist functionality. Identifying the signs of carpal tunnel syndrome can help you get care when you need it.
Sidelined After an Athletic Injury? How Sports Medicine Gets You Back in the Game FasterAug 05, 2022Sports injuries are an all-too-common reality for athletes. Understandably, injuries can take you out of the game, but sports medicine can help you return to your favorite sport as soon as possible. Let’s look at how sports medicine helps you.
Injury Prevention and Treatment of Orthopaedic Conditions by a Sports Medicine Surgeon Jul 01, 2022Orthopaedic Sports Medicine surgeons treat a wide variety of conditions, not only sports-related injuries. They can help evaluate and treat various disorders involving bones, joints, cartilage, ligaments, tendons and muscles all over the body.
Signs of a Rotator Cuff InjuryJun 01, 2022The rotator cuff is a collection of tendons and muscles that is important to your shoulder’s stability and function. Injury to the rotator cuff is common. Here’s when to suspect you have this injury and what to do about it.