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A hip replacement (or hip arthroplasty) is a surgery that increases your mobility after suffering from an injured hip joint or degenerative hip. The surgery can also help decrease the pain you may feel in your hip. In some cases, you may need a second hip replacement surgery later in life (after your first surgery). The second surgery can help maintain the quality of life and mobility that your first hip surgery afforded to you. Why Hip Replacement Surgery? Arthritis (or Osteoarthritis) is the most frequent reason for hip replacement surgery. It causes bone-on-bone scraping of the hip joint which …

Trigger finger, appropriately known as “Stenosing tenosynovitis,” is a condition that causes your fingers to get stuck in a bent or straight position. This condition can render you unable to perform daily tasks effectively and cause pain (especially during driving or typing). It’s time to explore treatment options if your trigger finger is affecting your daily activities. Here are some of the most popular and effective ways to correct this condition. Rest Repetitive motions are usually the culprit for Trigger Finger, especially if you have existing disorders such as arthritis or diabetes. Resting the affected finger (s) is the first …

Cold weather plays a factor on your joints (which is the area in the body where two or more bones meet). Joints allow bones to work with each other so that we can move and bend. When you move these joints, you notice that it’s usually relatively smooth with no cracking or grinding (unless you have arthritis). Joints contain cartilage, a rubbery material that serves as a cushion so that bones can seamlessly glide against each other. As the cartilage starts to wear with time, injury, or disease, the joint can swell, become inflamed and stiff, lose its range of …

Accidents are a part of life, whether from playing sports, bad falls, or car accidents. Broken bones occur when trauma or pressure on a bone exceeds the bone’s ability to bend. Healing a broken bone takes time, even after treatment. Your doctor may issue a splint or cast to help speed up the recovery process and help keep your body healthy and strong while you heal. It’s essential to get the best medical care available after a broken bone. Dos and Don’ts After a Broken Bone Doseek medical attention right away. If you try to self-diagnose a broken bone, the …

There is a good chance you have dealt with a “Sprained Ankle” if you have ever played sports or gone running/walking. The sprained ankle is the most common type of athletic injury, with research suggesting that ankle sprains account for 15-30% of all sports injuries. Although it is a widespread injury in sports, it also regularly occurs during everyday activities. Ankle sprains occur when the foot twists, rolls, or turns beyond its regular motions. It can happen when the foot is planted awkwardly, when the ground is uneven, or when an unusual force is applied to the joint. The ligaments …

Prehab refers to taking preventative measures to reduce your chance of injury. Prehab exercises generally target more specific movements and muscles, which may get neglected in a regular gym or sports program. Some of the most common injuries or pains that active people may experience are in the shoulders, knees, hamstrings, and ankles. Sports such as soccer, running, football or swimming can all benefit from Prehab. Why is Prehab Important? Reducing your risk of injury is very important because prevention is cheaper than treatment. Less time spent injured means more time spent doing the things you enjoy. Taking the time …

If you have ever gone for a run, you know that hitting the pavement can take a heavy toll on your body. From shin splints to the runner’s knee, an injury can take you out during the first leg of a competition for which you’ve spent months training or sabotage your workout. However, you can help stack the odds in your favor. Whether you’re a beginner or a pro, here are six things you can do to help minimize your chances of getting hurt. Wear proper footwear Boost your confidence with the right running shoes before you even hit the …

The “ankle sprain” is a very common injury. Ankle sprains may occur when you lose your balance and put pressure on your ankle(s). Typically the pain quickly fades away, and you go on your way. However, the sprain could be more severe; your ankle might swell, which can make it difficult to stand. If it’s a severe sprain, you might have felt a “pop” when the injury happened. You could have long-term problems if the sprain is not treated properly. If the sprain is severe, you will typically need an X-ray to differentiate from a broken bone. Also, if you …

Shin splints are a common overuse injury that mainly affects runners, military members, and people with osteoporosis. This injury happens in the lower leg pull when the muscles and bones become irritated. Most people recover from shin splints without any long-term health problems; however, shin splints do have the potential to develop into a tibial stress fracture. The tugging of the muscles and connective tissues in the lower leg and repeated stress to the shin bone is how shin splints commonly develop. Your shin bone can become inflamed or weakened by frequent, repetitive pressure from running and jumping. Who is …