Posts Tagged: joint pains

Learn More About Arthritis Treatment – May is Arthritis Awareness Month

Posted by Orthopaedic Specialists & filed under Arthritis, Hip Pain, Joint Pains, Osteoarthritis.

Did you know that May is National Arthritis Awareness Month? With thousands of people in the U.S. seeking arthritis treatment every year, arthritis is an important condition to recognize and understand. When it comes to arthritis treatment, joint pain management is often an important issue. Whether you are suffering from osteoarthritis in the knee, hand… Read more »

Elbow Arthritis and Elbow Pain – Learn More About Latest Research from Louisville Orthopedic Surgeon

Posted by Orthopaedic Specialists & filed under Arthritis, Arthroscopy and Arthroscopic Surgery, Hand, Wrist, Arm and Elbow Injuries.

Elbow arthritis is painful and uncomfortable since it causes stiffness. Research by Papatheodorou (2013) and colleagues in the Journal of Hand Surgery analyzes current treatment options for elbow arthritis. This research suggests that in the earlier phases of the condition, elbow arthritis may be managed without surgical intervention. Surgery for elbow arthritis is contingent on… Read more »

What is New in Knee Osteoarthritis

Posted by Orthopaedic Specialists & filed under Arthritis, Hyaluronic Acid, Knee Injuries and Knee Surgery, Orthobiologics, Osteoarthritis, PRP or Platelet Rich Plasma.

Exercises Three types of exercises that are recommended for patients with knee osteoarthritis: flexibility, resistance and cardiovascular flexibility exercises.  All three are very good for easing stiff joints which will help patients with their ADLs. It is recommended that the stretches be done in the morning. It may be easiest to perform them in warm bath… Read more »