by Comprehensive Orthopaedics | Dec 15, 2016 | Wellness
You’ve recovered from joint replacement surgery. You are ready for a relaxing vacation. But certain types of joint implants can set off airport security alarms. It’s best to expect security screening to discover implants. Here’s what you need to know...
by Comprehensive Orthopaedics | Dec 15, 2016 | Wellness
Most sports injuries are due to either trauma or overuse of muscles or joints. The majority are caused by minor trauma involving muscles, ligaments, tendons, or bones, including: Contusions (bruises) Sprains Strains Fractures Dislocations What is a contusion? A...
by Comprehensive Orthopaedics | Dec 5, 2016 | Wellness
It can sometimes be confusing whether to use heat or cold when treating sore muscles or an injury, but keep these facts in mind. Heat Brings more blood to the area where it is applied. Reduces joint stiffness and muscle spasm, which makes it useful when muscles are...
by Comprehensive Orthopaedics | Nov 21, 2016 | arthritis, Hand, surgery
What is hand surgery? Hand surgery is a broad term that covers many different types of procedures. Plastic surgeons who perform hand surgery seek to restore hand and finger function. But they also try to make the hand look as normal as possible, as well. Hand surgery...
by Comprehensive Orthopaedics | Nov 1, 2016 | Wellness
Heat and cold are the two most common types of noninvasive and nonaddictive pain-relief therapies for muscle and joint pain. Which one you use depends on whether the pain is new or recurring. In general, a new injury will cause inflammation and possibly swelling. Ice...
