Joint replacement surgery is a life-changing event. It can relieve pain, restore mobility, and improve the quality of your life. However, it’s also a major surgery with a long recovery process. That’s why it’s vital to do your homework and understand what to expect before you undergo the procedure. Let’s talk about five things you
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What Happens During a Physical Therapy Session?
Physical therapy is one of the most important treatments for injured patients. It can help regain your movement and function and improve your quality of life. You may benefit from it if you have pain, are recovering from surgery or injury, or have a disability. Physical therapy is a conservative treatment that can help you
Read MoreYour Guide to Selecting the Right Orthopedic Doctor
Orthopedic doctors are responsible for diagnosing and treating patients with problems with bones, joints, muscles, ligaments, and tendons. They use a variety of techniques to correct these problems, including surgery, medication, and physical therapy. Because orthopedic doctors treat such a wide range of conditions, it is important to choose one who has experience treating your
Read MorePain Management Basics
Pain management is a branch of medicine that focuses on the diagnosis and management of pain. Various techniques can be used to treat both acute and chronic pain, and these include injections, physical therapy, and lifestyle changes. A personalized plan must be used for treatment to be successful, as what works for one person may
Read More5 Easy Ways To Reduce Knee Pain
Anyone experiencing knee pain wants to know how to find immediate relief from the symptoms, and why not, when knee pain is so difficult to ignore? The last thing you need is knee pain that prevents you from doing chores, focusing on your work, and spending quality time with your family. You want relief and
Read MoreIN SEARCH OF SPINAL PAIN SOLUTIONS: There Are Several Ways To Address Neck And Back Pain
Approximately 80 percent of Americans will experience spinal pain at some point in their lives. While most people experience neck and back pain for a relatively short amount of time, a small percentage of patients have long-term pain. The spine team at the Centers for Advanced Orthopaedics-Orthopaedic Associates of Central Maryland (CAO-OACM) provides patients with
Read MoreCommon Sports Injuries from Playing Football
Football is an intensive sport that provides competition and fun for children and adults. However, it also comes with its own set of possible injuries like any other physical activity. Many of its injuries involve the lower extremities because the sport relies heavily on the legs. By understanding these common football injuries, you can know
Read MoreHow to Recognize the Most Common Sports Injuries?
More than 3.5 million sports injury cases in children and teenagers happen annually. This figure inflates further when it includes athletes and adults who play recreational sports. While some expect injuries when engaging in sports activities, there are proper ways to protect players from getting injured. Some conditions may also have long-term complications, underscoring the
Read MoreWhat It Means To Be An Orthopedist
The musculoskeletal system contains all the bones, joints, ligaments, muscles, and connective tissues in the human body. Musculoskeletal conditions and injuries are more common than you’d think. They can happen to anyone regardless of age, occupation, or activity, resulting in varying degrees of pain and disability. Orthopedists, or orthopedic surgeons, train and study to diagnose,
Read MoreSteps To Treating Sports Injuries
Whether you’re a professional athlete, dedicated amateur player, or a weekend warrior, your favorite activity may be enjoyable, but could very well lead to sidelining injuries. If you experience an injury or have symptoms of an injury or condition, don’t hesitate to seek medical care from a sports medicine or orthopedic doctor. Here’s what your
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