by Comprehensive Orthopaedics | Jan 2, 2020 | arthritis, pain, Wellness
(HealthDay News) — Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis, affecting about 31 million Americans, and is the leading cause of disability among adults. Known as OA, it causes pain and other symptoms in joints, which can affect the ability to do...
by Comprehensive Orthopaedics | Dec 30, 2019 | pain, Spine
(HealthDay News) — The bones that form your spine are cushioned by round discs. A herniated disc is a disc that has been pushed out of place, says the American Association of Neurological Surgeons. The group mentions warning signs of a herniated disc: Low...
by Comprehensive Orthopaedics | Nov 21, 2019 | Anti-aging, Exercise, Hip, lower leg, pain, Wellness
FRIDAY, Oct. 25, 2019 (HealthDay News) — Older women who get even light exercise, like a daily walk, may lower their risk of suffering a broken hip, a large study suggests. A number of studies have linked regular exercise to a lower risk of hip fracture —...
by Comprehensive Orthopaedics | Oct 31, 2019 | Anti-aging, arthritis, Knee, pain, Wellness
THURSDAY, Oct. 17, 2019 (HealthDay News) — Ever hear your joints clicking, creaking or crunching? Now, researchers say a new technique that listens closely to knees may help doctors diagnose and monitor osteoarthritis. In the new study, researchers attached...
by Comprehensive Orthopaedics | Aug 29, 2019 | pain, Spine, Wellness
(HealthDay News) — Lifting heavy things is a leading cause of workplace injury, says the University of North Carolina. People who practice smart lifting techniques are less likely to suffer muscle sprains, pulls and injuries caused by heavy lifting. To properly...
by Comprehensive Orthopaedics | Aug 20, 2019 | Anti-aging, pain, Spine, Wellness
(HealthDay News) — Back pain is one of the most common medical issues in the United States, says the National Institutes of Health. Short-term back pain lasts no longer than six weeks, and can be uncomfortable if untreated. To treat short-term back pain, the NIH...
