Would you believe us if we told you there are over 300 joints in the human body? That’s right – adults actually have around 350 joints. Out of all 350 of those joints, the knee joint is actually the largest and one of the most complex. While every joint plays a vital role in the… Read more »
Since our knees are both very important to our everyday lives and very vulnerable to injury, it’s crucial that we keep them in good health. There are several exercises out there that our knees love, but cycling happens to be one of our favorites here at Orthopaedic Specialists, since it’s a fantastic fitness activity that… Read more »
It’s no secret that knees are an incredibly vital, yet vulnerable joint in our bodies. From supporting our weight to the ability to walk, having healthy, mobile knees is crucial to activity and our comfort when we move our bodies into different positions on different surfaces. When we were children, perhaps it was easy to… Read more »
Maintaining knee health is essential for a fulfilling and active lifestyle. Whether you’re a seasoned athlete or someone looking to improve their fitness, understanding the best activities for your knees from an orthopedic perspective is crucial. This article will explore various fitness activities that promote knee health while reducing the risk of injury. 1. Low-Impact… Read more »
If you’ve ever been knocked around in a way that displaces your head and causes it to whip forward and backwards, but then experienced pain in your neck, shoulders, or head, then you may have contracted what is called whiplash. Whiplash is a very common injury that results from a rapid and abrupt extension and… Read more »
Plantar fasciitis is a common foot condition that causes pain and discomfort in the heel and the bottom of the foot. Its signs and symptoms typically include: 1. Heel Pain The most prominent symptom is pain in the heel, usually felt as a sharp, stabbing pain that’s worse with the first steps in the morning… Read more »
Playing and participating in sports are a great way to stay in shape, have fun, and keep your mind sharp for people of all ages. Whether it’s football, pickleball, cross country, wrestling, yoga, or synchronized swimming, there are clubs and events all around us to participate in; sometimes, however, we don’t want to participate, we… Read more »
Descripción general de la liberación del túnel carpiano Especialistas Ortopédicos 502-212-2663 Stacie Grossfeld, M.D. / Bess Fley, PA-C La cirugía de liberación del túnel carpiano se realiza como un procedimiento ambulatorio. A su llegada al centro quirúrgico, primero se reunirá con la persona de registro para registrarlo. Luego lo llevarán de regreso al área preoperatoria… Read more »
Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery Overview Orthopaedic Specialists 502-212-2663 Stacie Grossfeld, M.D. / Bess Fley, PA-C Carpal Tunnel Release surgery is performed as an outpatient procedure. Upon arrival at the surgicenter you will first meet with the registration person to check you in. You will then be brought back to the pre-op area and meet with… Read more »
From the Desk of Bess Fley: Little League Shoulder Spending the day at the ballpark might be a dream come true for all the aspiring ‘Babe Ruth’s and ‘Jackie Robinson’s, and for all their enthusiasm and energy, it might seem like a win-win situation to let them practice and play all day and come home… Read more »
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