Today, more and more people are experiencing pains that are commonly associated with aging. A common condition affecting adults and the elderly is called degenerative disc disease. It is not a disease per se, but a condition that produces symptoms as a result of damaged discs. The Spinal Discs Healthy spinal discs provide humans a
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Recovering from a Rotator Cuff Tear
We use our shoulders in many of our activities, from our daily routines and work to leisure and sports. The load they carry on a daily basis makes them more susceptible to injuries like a rotator cuff tear. The rotator cuff is a group of muscles in your shoulder that keeps the upper arm (humerus)
Read MoreDry Needling for Trigger Point Pain
Have you ever felt tightness in some parts of your body? This tightness is caused by muscle knots. Aside from a sense of tightness, knotted muscles cause spots of tenderness, and swelling throughout your body, as muscle fibers are attached to the bones. The knotted muscle spots are called trigger points and can be loosened
Read MoreTreatments for Plantar Fasciitis
If the thick band of tissue that runs along the bottom of your foot from your heel to your toes – the plantar fascia – is inflamed, you could have heel pain that indicates plantar fasciitis. This occurs when too much stress is placed on the tissue, causing the development of tears. Plantar fasciitis is
Read MoreTreatments for Tennis Elbow
Lateral epicondylitis, or tennis elbow, occurs mainly in the tendons of the forearm muscles which are attached to the outside of the elbow. It is an overuse injury that is caused by repeated elbow and wrist motions. The condition is characterized by pain on the outer side of the elbow, forearm, and wrist, and it
Read MoreTreatments for Knee Pain
A leading cause of knee pain is osteoarthritis. It is due to the wearing-down of the protective cartilage that prevents the bones in the knee from rubbing against each other. Without the cushion of protective cartilage, knee movement becomes painful. Knee arthritis causes constant pain without proper treatment. Let’s talk about some of the most
Read MorePatient Daniel Frank’s Personal Story
Thousands of people from across the state of Maryland have relied on Orthopaedic Associates of Central Maryland (OACM) for comprehensive care. Some have turned to us for help with chronic pain issues; for others it’s been about getting treatment following traumatic injuries. Some of our patients are competitive athletes; some just want to be able
Read MoreDifferent Types of Foot Surgery
For patients who have foot and ankle issues that are not responding well to conservative treatments, your doctor may recommend foot surgery. Sometimes surgery is the only way to achieve long-lasting relief from persistent, disabling symptoms. The goal of foot surgery is not just to relieve chronic pain, but also to restore normal foot and
Read MoreBest Sleeping Positions for the Back and Neck
If you are waking up with neck and back pain, then it is likely your sleeping position is the culprit. There are good and bad sleeping positions, and it would be best for you to arrange your bed in such a way that is conducive to a supportive sleeping posture. Depending on what you are
Read MoreFrom The Orthopedist’s Desk: Building Shoulder Muscles Safely
If you have had a shoulder injury, a focused conditioning exercise program can help you build up the muscles in your shoulder and allow you to get back to your normal activity level safely. Conditioning exercises help reduce pain and gradually strengthen, tone, and improve flexibility and stability in target muscles, improving overall health in
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