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The Importance of Early Intervention for Shoulder Injuries

The Importance of Early Intervention for Shoulder Injuries

The Importance of Early Intervention for Shoulder Injuries Shoulder injuries are a common concern, affecting people of all ages and backgrounds. Whether it's due to overuse, trauma, or age-related wear and tear, shoulder pain can be both uncomfortable and...

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Hip Osteonecrosis: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Option

Hip Osteonecrosis: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Option

Hip osteonecrosis, also known as avascular necrosis, is a condition that affects the hip joint, causing the death of bone tissue due to a lack of blood supply. It can lead to pain, restricted mobility, and even joint collapse if left untreated. In this blog post, Dr....

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Understanding Frozen Shoulder Syndrome

Understanding Frozen Shoulder Syndrome

Frozen shoulder syndrome, also known as adhesive capsulitis, is a condition that causes stiffness, pain, and limited range of motion in the shoulder joint. It typically occurs in individuals between the ages of 40 and 60 and can be a frustrating and debilitating...

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Hand Pain: Causes and Treatment Options

Hand Pain: Causes and Treatment Options

Hand pain is a common condition that affects people of all ages. It can be caused by a variety of factors, ranging from overuse to underlying medical conditions. If you are experiencing hand pain, it is important to seek medical attention promptly to prevent further...

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Dispelling Knee Replacement Myths

Dispelling Knee Replacement Myths

Knee replacement surgery is a procedure that enables patients with damaged, worn, or diseased knee joints to get artificial replacement joints. The prosthetic enables them to enjoy complete mobility and painless knee joints. Many people can benefit from this surgery,...

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4 Treatments for Hip Injuries

4 Treatments for Hip Injuries

A hip injury might be a mild strain when you have stretched beyond its limits or a hairline fracture after a serious fall. The severity of hip injuries varies from mild to moderate to severe, but their impact is rather concerning and is a note of caution for both...

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5 Easy Ways to Avoid Orthopaedic Injuries

5 Easy Ways to Avoid Orthopaedic Injuries

Exercise is an important part of a healthy lifestyle. However, no matter how athletic you may have been during your youth, it’s important to understand limitations as we age. When it comes to aging athletes, injuries are especially critical to consider since they take...

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Low-Impact Exercise Ideas

Low-Impact Exercise Ideas

When joint pain begins to creep into your life, cutting exercise out of your daily routine may feel like the best option. Avoiding exercise, however, can make your joint pain worse.  Working low-impact exercises into your day can work the muscles and tendons that...

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Putting Your Knees at Ease

Putting Your Knees at Ease

If you're like most people, you take your knees for granted. But when knee pain strikes, it's impossible to ignore the fact that our knees play a crucial role in our everyday lives. Knee pain can be caused by a variety of factors, including obesity, arthritis, and...

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Post-Knee Replacement Activities

Post-Knee Replacement Activities

A knee replacement can be a life-changing surgery for those who have been struggling with knee pain. After the surgery, it is important to take things slow and ease back into your activities. Below are some guidelines for activities that are safe and those you should...

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Understanding Hip Arthritis

Understanding Hip Arthritis

​​The hip is a large weight-bearing ball and socket joint that moves and stabilizes the torso and lower body. When the hip is affected by arthritis, it can be debilitating. Patients who are worried about hip arthritis should be aware of the common signs, symptoms, and...

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Robot Assisted Surgery

Robot Assisted Surgery

Dr. Keith Nelson offers the Mako System robot-assisted surgery to perform total knee, total hip, and partial knee replacements. Not only is this the most technologically advanced option for patients with pain due to joint degeneration from osteoarthritis in the knee...

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Knee Replacement: Everything You Need to Know

Knee Replacement: Everything You Need to Know

Knee replacement surgery is a common procedure that is used to replace a knee joint that has been damaged by arthritis or other diseases. The surgery is done to improve the person's quality of life by relieving pain and improving mobility. Learn more about the...

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Keeping Your Bones Strong

Keeping Your Bones Strong

Osteoporosis is a condition that affects millions of aging individuals in the United States. It causes bones to become thin and weak, which can lead to fractures. Fortunately, there are ways to keep your bones strong and decrease your risk of osteoporosis developing....

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