Regardless of why you’re having a foot or ankle surgery, you’ll want to know how to take good care of the area in order to achieve your desired treatment outcome. It’s quite easy to strictly follow your foot surgeon’s instructions during the first few days after your procedure. However, it can eventually get difficult to
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Workout Tips for Shoulder Pain
Shoulder pain can hinder you from performing everything – from daily chores to driving, from work duties to exercising. The pain can be caused by various factors, like a sports injury, overuse, or even the way you sleep. Fortunately, there are a number of exercises and stretches you can perform to prevent and relieve shoulder
Read MoreScoliosis Treatment Options
Scoliosis is a back condition in which the spine is shaped in ways other than straight when you are standing up. It is most commonly diagnosed in children, but it can also be first diagnosed in adults. When scoliosis is diagnosed in an adult, it is usually either because it was simply never detected at
Read MoreTop Tips for Cold Weather Foot Care
With fall upon us and winter close behind, gone are the days of bare feet and flip flops. With the onset of cooler weather, it’s important to keep your feet safe from the elements – rain, snow, ice, and freezing temperatures. According to Marc Lipton, DPM, a podiatrist with Orthopaedic Associates of Central Maryland (OACM),
Read MoreOrthopedic Doctor’s Tips for a Perfect Surgery Recovery
Orthopedic surgery is the first step to regaining your mobility and strength, and relieving your pain, following a debilitating condition or injury. After your operation, it is in your best interest to commit to a healthy recovery in order to avoid complications and to enjoy the maximum benefits of your procedure. While your recuperation period
Read MoreTips for minimizing sports injury pain and improving your recovery rate
Sports injuries can limit you from doing your daily activities and prevent you from doing what you love. People with an active lifestyle want to make a quick recovery from a sports injury. This goes for professional or amateur athletes, weekend warriors, and those who exercise regularly. Sports injuries can also happen to anyone, even
Read MoreSciatica Pain Relief Guide with Some Tips and Tricks
Sciatica pain refers to a type of pain that develops when the sciatic nerve becomes compressed. The sciatic nerve runs from your lower back and branches out into your hips, buttocks, and down the legs. Sciatica pain may range from a mild ache to disabling pain that weakens the leg. If left untreated, sciatica can
Read MoreInjections for Treating Tennis Elbow
Hard work is part of life, but the pain shouldn’t be. Have you been using your arms a lot recently in sports or at your job? You might be feeling a burning pain that causes weakness in your elbows, forearm, and wrist. Sometimes, that pain doesn’t go away even after trying home remedies like rest
Read MorePhysical Therapy as Treatment for Low Back Pain
Low back pain, whether chronic (ongoing) or acute (sudden), is the most frequently reported type of pain among people worldwide. An estimated 80% of Americans will experience low back pain at some point in their lifetime. If your low back pain is causing severe discomfort and is disrupting your daily routine, it’s worth looking into
Read MoreTips for How to Treat a Sports Injury Right After It Happens
Any physical activity carries some risk. Even the most careful, elite athletes will suffer an injury at some point in their career. While precautions can reduce dangers during sports, accidents can still happen. Hence, it is crucial to know how to administer first aid treatment. Here are some tips on how to treat a sports
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