Equipment used in orthopedics can be divided into two categories. First are items that are worn. They are used to support and stabilize weak or traumatized body parts and include back braces; cervical collars; wrist, hand and elbow splints; and...
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...
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...
Orthopedic surgeons utilize surgical and nonsurgical techniques to treat injuries, trauma, infections and degenerative diseases that affect a person's musculoskeletal system. There are a plethora of orthopedic surgeons in Phoenix, Arizona. They...
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,...
Orthopedic shoes are specially created footwear that can help to compensate for deformities of the foot, hip and knee. These deformities can cause changes in walking habits, and can also cause considerable pain if uncorrected. In some cases,...
Orthopedic surgeons are doctors concerned with treating disorders of the musculoskeletal system. General orthopedic surgeons complete five years of residency. Through surgical and nonsurgical means they repair broken bones, tendons and ligaments;...
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...
Orthopedic diseases of the hand can result in pain, inflammation or deformities that can significantly interfere with your ability to perform normal activities, such as opening a door or driving. Though some symptoms can be treated with...
Doctors use orthopedic braces to treat, prevent and cure common bone, joint and ligament ailments. Braces come in all shapes and sizes, and some even have complicated hardware designed to help doctors make gradual adjustments or restrict the range...
Orthopedic shoes, heel lifts and orthotic inserts help correct posture in some people who have skeletal abnormalities. Doctors sometimes prescribe specialized shoes and orthotic shoe inserts for people with scoliosis, or sideways spine curvature....
About 80 percent of the people in the United States will experience back pain at some point, according to MedlinePlus. In order to prevent or treat back pain, you can perform orthopedic physician-approved exercises to build muscle strength. When...
History Orthopedic surgery is the field of medicine dealing with injuries to the musculoskeletal system. This includes bones, joints, muscles, tendons, ligaments and nerves. Musculoskeletal symptoms are the second-most common reason that...
Many people overlook the importance of orthopedic stretching as part of their regular exercise regimen. In reality, muscle flexibility plays a major role in keeping your body free from pain and injury. The American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons...
Preventing orthopedic knee injuries can help ensure health and wellness throughout a lifetime. Repeated knee injuries can cause osteoarthritis later in life, through wear and tear on the knee joint. Because the knee is a large joint, it can be...
Neck pain affects nearly everyone at some time in their lives. Neck pain can last anywhere from several hours to several weeks or longer. Most neck pain is not serious and is attributable to muscle strains from leaning over a work table or...
Orthopedic medicine relates to the bones, muscles and connective tissue in your musculoskeletal system. More than one in four Americans suffers from a musculoskeletal impairment, according to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. These...
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...
Approximately 30 million children and teens take part in youth sports in the United States, according to Children's Hospital Boston. Organized sports allow young people to engage in regular physical activity and expand their social skills. On the...
Arm braces come in a variety of styles, They include options and special features for treating wrist, elbow, arm and shoulder injuries, as well as chronic conditions such as bursitis or tendinitis. According to the American Academy of Family...
Head injuries vary in severity ranging from a mild concussion to a severe traumatic brain injury. Cognitive impairment may have lasting effects, but because of the brain's elasticity, new neuronal pathways can continue to be made throughout the...
Spinal surgeries are most commonly performed to reduce discomfort, musculoskeletal weakness, and numbness resulting from disc herniations (laminectomies), osteophyte formation, or to fuse two or more vertebrae. After an initial period of soft...
Posture is the position that you hold your body in while sitting, standing or lying down. Good posture means training your body to function in positions where there is minimal strain placed on supporting ligaments and muscles while performing...
Achilles tendinitis affects both the young and the old, but it is often due to overuse or repetitive stress, such as jumping and running. Symptoms include pain and swelling in the lower leg and back of the heel that worsens during the day and with...
Orthopedic, or resistance, bands are pieces of rubber tubing similar to a bicycle inner tube that are used to provide resistance for therapeutic exercises. These bands help provide a steady resistance throughout the range of motion for a joint...
It is important to define what is or is not a repetitive motion, because such activities are the primary cause of repetitive stress injuries (RSIs). In general, motions that are produced constantly and over a long period of time are considered...
Wearing orthopedic boots immobilizes your foot and ankle and can result in your having an uneven gait. Even after you remove the orthopedic boots, your foot and ankle joints, ligaments and muscles will have less flexibility and strength due to...
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...
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