Orthopedic surgeons are doctors treat disorders of the musculoskeletal system. These specialists perform a very large number of different procedures to repair broken bones and ligaments, remove tumors and restore functional capacity to joints. All...
Chronic diseases such as cancer, diabetes and heart disease seem to get more attention in the media, which may overshadow just how prevalent musculoskeletal conditions are in the United States. The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons reports...
You may require orthopedic surgery for several reasons -- including bone fractures, joint replacements and to repair damaged, torn or defective bones, muscles, ligaments, cartilage and tendons. Orthopedic surgery can keep you off your feet and...
After orthopedic surgery, such as hip replacement or arthroscopic knee surgery, physical therapy is an important part of your recovery. Getting surgically repaired areas moving again is important in terms of improving circulation to those regions,...
Orthopaedic surgery refers to a surgical procedure to correct or treat problems with your bones. The doctors who perform this type of surgery often specialize in trauma, sports injuries and problems with your back and spine. If you've had to...
Your Achilles tendon is the strongest and thickest tendon in your body, connecting your calf muscle to your heel bone. It serves the function of transferring the power of your calf muscle to the foot, allowing you to stand upright and engage in...
Loose ligaments can be a result of injury during sporting activities or over exertion of the legs and arms during daily activity. The ligaments connect the bones together and there is a risk of tearing should they stretch too far according to the...
Orthopedic surgeons are physicians who receive specialized training in the care and management of musculoskeletal (bone and muscle) diseases and injuries. These surgeons can work in general orthopedics or receive further training in several...
Ortho or orthopedic surgery focuses on restoring the musculoskeletal system. Orthopedic surgeons treat a variety of problems that involve the bones, joints, muscles, ligaments, tendons and nerves, according to the Encyclopedia of Surgery....
Many different types of health care providers can provide care for spine injuries and congenital deformities. While primary care providers can provide basic level of conventional care for spinal conditions, spine surgeons, physical medicine and...
The most common type of knee surgery performed today according to the Center for orthopedics and sports medicine is called arthroscopy. It is a surgical procedure in which an arthroscope, a very tiny fiber-optic telescope that allows a surgeon to...
Deramaxx is an FDA-approved drug prescribed for the relief of osteoarthritis pain and postoperative pain in dogs. While these tablets are proven to be effective in dogs, there are some side effects related to your dog's comfort and health that...
Arthritis is an inflammation or deterioration of the joints that causes stiffness, swelling and redness of the area. Two common areas to be affected by arthritis are the hands and wrists. According to the University of Washington Medicine...
Ligaments, strong bands of tissue that connect bones to bones, are plentiful in the wrist joint. A torn ligament in the wrist is most often caused by a fall onto the hand that forces the wrist into an unnatural position. According to the American...
Spinal fusion involves fusing together two vertebrae in the spine, so that no movement occurs between them. Though minimally invasive techniques exist, the surgery is generally a significant one that requires recovery time and careful aftercare to...
Bone cancer is cancer in the bones that exists in two subtypes: Primary bone cancer appears in the bone first, and grows from cells of the bone. Secondary bone cancer enters the bone from another site in the body. According to the National Cancer...
Deramaxx is the brand name for the generic drug deracoxib, a type of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug or NSAID. This medication is approved by the United States Food and Drug Administration to alleviate pain and inflammation in dogs following...
Medical conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis can lead to cartilage and mechanical deterioration in the shoulder joint, says the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. The condition causes friction in the shoulder joint, resulting in severe...
Frozen shoulder is a progressive condition that leads to restricted movement of the shoulder. It can develop from an injury or for no reason at all, according to a 1999 Massage Today editorial. The extreme mobility of the shoulder joint as well as...
Total knee replacements are considered when all of the cartilage in the knee joint is gone and daily activities cause an excessive amount of pain. The knee is the largest weight-bearing joint in the body, which is responsible for cushioning...
Physical therapy plays an important role in returning your shoulder and rotator cuff to a functioning level. Exercises concentrate on reducing pain and swelling while also strengthening and stretching your shoulder area. Stage I of physical...
Osteoporosis is a disease which decreases the density of the bones and causes the bones to become weak and brittle. According to the Mayo Clinic, a mild fall, bending or even coughing can cause bones weakened by osteoporosis to break. Bone density...
The skeletal system consists of bones and joints, and functions to shape, support and protect the body and organs. It also works to produce blood cells and immune cells. Eating excess fatty food can lead to obesity and other disorders that impact...
If you're a parent, you'll likely buy a lot of shoes over your child's lifetime. According to the University of Southern California Health Magazine, most children will go through three to four pairs of shoes a year until about age 11. Children...
Cerebral palsy (also known as CP) is a disorder that typically manifests during the first few years of a patient's life. Cerebral palsy affect's a child's ability to coordinate movements and can cause muscles that are either abnormally stiff and...
A total knee replacement, or TKR, is an orthopedic surgery maneuver that replaces the entire natural knee joint with an artificial one. Rehab includes a variety of strengthening and stretching exercises that get your knee joint ready to perform...
A bone bruise is trauma to a bone that does not cause an obvious fracture but can cause bleeding and swelling. Bone bruises are particularly common after a knee injury but can occur in other areas such as the hip, spine, elbow, ankle and foot. A...
Knee arthroscopy is knee surgery that serves the purpose of treating and repairing damaged knees. Jumping rope after a knee arthroscopy may be allowed after a full recuperation has been completed, depending upon your individual situation and...
If you've thrown out your back or are experiencing soreness, contact your doctor immediately. In some cases, back pain can be serious and can get worse if you ignore it. If your doctor approves, you can use free home remedies to help reduce the...
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