Author: Orthopedic Associates Team
August 5th, 2019
Why You Should Avoid Sitting For Too Long There almost certainly have been times in your life when you have experienced a hectic day, and have said to yourself: “I deserve to sit down and take a break.” This is understandable if you have been on the move seemingly nonstop, and when that scenario occurred… Continue reading The Risks Of Prolonged Sitting
July 27th, 2019
Hernias – Types, Treatment & Recovery Hernias are a common health issue that can be experienced by adult men and women, teenage, and even children, and they usually occur as the result of fatty tissue progressing through a spot within a nearby muscle. However, there are multiple forms of hernias, including sports hernias – which… Continue reading Sports Hernias, Hernias, And When To Visit A Doctor
July 17th, 2019
An explanation of deep vein thrombosis – which is also referred to as a DVT – was provided in a recent article. The potential for this form of a blood clot to also cause a pulmonary embolism – which is referred to as a PE – was also examined in that same article. These conditions… Continue reading Reducing The Risk Of Blood Clots After Surgery
July 11th, 2019
Your hip joint is located at the point in which your leg connects to the trunk of your body. This important joint contains your thigh bone, which is referred to as your femur. It also includes your pelvis which consists of three different bones – the ilium, the ischium, and the pubis. These three bones… Continue reading Hip Pain And What You Should Do About It
July 4th, 2019
Adult Scoliosis – Types, Treatment & Recovery Scoliosis is a condition in which the spine develops a curvature, which can be either s-shaped or c-shaped. The spine naturally curves at the cervical spine or neck, along with the thoracic spine that progresses from the neck down to the abdomen, and the lumbar spine which is… Continue reading Scoliosis In Adults
July 2nd, 2019
Child Scoliosis – Types, Treatment & Recovery When an individual is dealing with scoliosis, their backbone is curved to the side. Regardless of how extensive the angle of the arc might be, this represents a departure from the normal spine that would reside through the middle of the back, The curvature can be C-shaped or… Continue reading Scoliosis In Children And Adolescents
June 20th, 2019
Health Benefits Of Walking If you or someone that you know has decided that it is important to begin exercising regularly, then this is an excellent decision due to the improvements in health and fitness that can result. A simple walk can be extremely beneficial for you physically and mentally, and the list of reasons… Continue reading The Benefits Of Walking
June 9th, 2019
While our blood will normally flow steadily throughout our body, that progression will also stop if we encounter an injury, or we if accidentally cut ourselves. When that occurs, our blood platelets and plasma proteins become thick and form a gel-like mass. This is a protection mechanism that is designed to plug the impacted area… Continue reading Reducing The Risk Of Blood Clots When You Travel
June 9th, 2019
Avoid Golf Injuries The game of golf provides multiple layers of appeal for the people who attempt their first round, and decide that this activity is something worth continuing. Playing golf can lead to frustration if your ball isn’t landing in the location that you prefer. But getting out onto the golf course, walking, and… Continue reading Reducing The Risk Of Injuries When Golfing
June 1st, 2019
Avoid Injuries While Swimming Many of you are continuing to embrace the advantages of being outside during these days of summer, and a number of these outdoor activities are related to sports and recreation. That includes swimming, which of course can be enjoyed at any time during the year. However, it still presents unique benefits… Continue reading Safety Tips While You Enjoy Swimming this Summer