Back pain, even minor, can turn your whole day upside down. Knowing who to turn to for help is vital when finding relief. Should you see an orthopedic doctor or a primary care physician? Making this choice can feel overwhelming. Understanding Orthopedic Doctors Orthopedic doctors specialize in the musculoskeletal system. This includes bones, muscles, joints,
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Understanding How Stem Cell Injections Can Treat Joint Problems
According to the American College of Rheumatology, osteoarthritis is one of the adults’ most common health complaints when they are in their 40s. It results from the gradual wearing down of the cartilage which cushions the bones in your joint, causing the bones to rub against each other during movement, leading to pain and discomfort.
Read MoreMy Orthopedist Says I Have Osteoporosis. How Can I Keep It from Worsening?
When the mineral levels in your bones are low, it can lead to osteoporosis. Bones rely on minerals such as calcium to maintain strength. A lack of calcium can cause bones to become fragile and prone to fractures with osteoporosis. There are, however, treatments available to help increase bone density and reduce the effects of
Read MoreHow Can Orthotics Help Me with My Foot Pain?
Are you wondering whether a shoe insert or a custom-made shoe can help to relieve your foot pain or heel pain? There are many different kinds of orthotics, so you’ll want to talk to a foot doctor about what might be best for you. Let’s talk about what orthotics are, what they can do for
Read MoreWhat to Expect After Spinal Stenosis Surgery
If you have advanced-stage or severe spinal stenosis and contemplating surgery, you will want to know how to prepare for not only the procedure but also for what comes after it. After all, what you do during your recovery can greatly affect the overall outcome of your treatment. The information provided below is aimed at
Read MoreTreating Golfer’s Elbow — The Most Effective Methods
Golfer’s elbow, despite the name, is not a condition limited to golfers and athletes. In fact, only a small percentage of patients diagnosed with golfer’s elbow develop this condition due to playing golf. Though it is more common in physically active and middle-aged people, anyone can suffer from golfer’s elbow. Fortunately, effective treatments for golfer’s
Read MoreWhat to Ask an Orthopedic Doctor After a Failed Surgery
Undergoing surgery itself is scary, and you consider it as a last option. But you may not imagine anything more troubling than undergoing a surgery that fails to provide you relief. Even after surgery, feeling the same pain and experiencing the same symptoms can be your worst nightmare. It is true that no surgery guarantees
Read MoreWhat to Expect When Undergoing Scoliosis Treatment
The spine is made of a stack of bones called vertebrae. When looked at from behind, the spine should appear straight. However, if you suffer from scoliosis, your spine will look abnormal, typically with an S-shaped or C-shaped curve, and appear to be leaning to one side. If you have a slight curve in your
Read MoreTypes of Treatments Offered by Our Orthopedic Doctors
Whether it’s due to a sports injury, an accident you sustained on the job, or a degenerative condition, a musculoskeletal problem has the potential to restrict your ability to carry out your day-to-day activities, and ultimately affect your sense of well-being. Fortunately, here at Orthopaedic Associates of Central Maryland, we have highly credentialed orthopedic doctors
Read MoreFuture Trends in the Field of Orthopedics
Everyone’s lifestyles changed when the pandemic hit – even the way in which we visited our doctors changed, as in-person visits morphed to virtual visits to keep everyone safe from the coronavirus. Regardless of circumstances, though, medical technology keeps moving forward at breakneck speed. Let’s talk about some of the amazing trends in orthopedics that
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