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For Back Pain, Earlier Is Better for Physical Therapy
When people have backaches bad enough to send them to the doctor, prompt physical therapy may be a wise choice, a new study...
Vegetarian Women at Higher Odds for Hip Fracture
Record numbers of people are turning to plant-based diets to take advantage of the many health benefits they offer, but...
Weather and Arthritis: Is There Really a Connection?
It’s long been conventional wisdom that weather makes arthritis pain worse. The issue has been studied through the years,...
Experiencing Trigger Finger?
Can’t move your finger? It could be due to an orthopedic condition known as trigger finger. Learn more about the causes and...
NSAIDS, Steroids for Back Pain: Is Too Much of Them a Bad Thing?
THURSDAY, May 12, 2022 (HealthDay News) -- Persistent use of steroids and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)...
When Is It Time for a Knee Replacement?
Knee replacement surgery is one of the most common procedures in the United States, with more than 790,000 performed each...
Can a Standing Desk Reduce Back Pain?
Sitting at your desk all day can cause back pain. Will switching to a standing desk setup help? Read on to find out....
Spring Cleaning and Orthopedic Injuries
Many orthopedic injuries happen in the home, and spring cleaning is a perfect time to strain your muscles and joints. Learn...
Tips for Preventing Ankle Sprains
Ankle sprains are some of the most common and painful orthopedic injuries. But you can prevent ankle sprains if you’re...
Are Cortisone Injections Good or Bad for Arthritic Knees?
Cortisone injections have gotten a bad rap in recent years as a treatment for arthritis pain, because steroids are known to...
Preventing Common Winter Orthopedic Injuries
Winter is a great time to get outdoors — but it can carry some unexpected dangers if you aren’t careful. Find out how to...
DON’T LET COLD WEATHER CAUSE JOINT PAIN IN HANDS AND WRISTS
As the weather gets cooler, many people are affected by joint pain in the hands and wrists due to arthritis or injury....