Minimally invasive spine procedures offer you more options for pain relief. The same can be said for minimally invasive spinal decompression, a spine procedure used to treat patients suffering from various spine conditions. Discectomy, laminectomy,…
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A herniated disc is the rupture of a spinal disc, which is the soft cushion that sits between each vertebra of the spine. When the disc ruptures, a small part of the spinal disc is pushed outside its normal boundary, and the spinal nerves and spinal…
Arthritis of the big toe, medically known as hallux rigidus, is a condition caused by wear and tear of the toe joint or an injury that damages the cartilage, causing the bones of the joint to rub together. If you are suffering from arthritis in your…
Ill-fitting shoes can cause many problems, from minor injuries to permanent deformity. Here, we offer some tips for good foot care when it comes to your shoes. Have your feet measured regularly: as you grow older, their size may change. The end of…
Your feet can handle quite a bit of stress, but going over the limit can cause extreme discomfort. Heel pain generally falls into two categories: pain behind the heel and pain beneath the heel. If your pain is behind the heel, you may be running too…
Ice packs and heat pads are among the most commonly used treatments in orthopedics. So which one is the right one to use for your injury? Ice Ice treatment is most commonly used for acute injuries. If you have a recent injury (within the last 48…
Muscle strains can happen while playing sports, hiking, running, or while performing everyday activities. Sometimes referred to as a pulled muscle, a muscle strain leaves you with a sharp pain that can cause swelling and discomfort. A muscle strain…
A stress fracture is a common sports injury often occurring in weight-bearing bones, such as the tibia and the bones in the foot. There are typically only a few symptoms related to stress fractures: either a generalized area of pain and…
If you notice increasing pain with activities as simple as opening a jar or turning a key, you may be experiencing the effects of thumb arthritis, also known as basal joint arthritis. This condition is common in postmenopausal women, with nearly 25…
Trigger finger is a condition that affects tendons in your fingers or thumb. The cause of trigger finger is unknown. However, it is more commonly found in women than men, as well as in those suffering from other health issues, such as diabetes or…