by Comprehensive Orthopaedics | Oct 19, 2016 | Anti-aging, Wellness
What is osteoporosis? Osteoporosis is a disease that causes rapid thinning of bones. Over time, this weakens the bones and can make them more likely to break. It can affect any bone, but the hip, spine, and wrist are most often involved. What are the risk factors for...
by Comprehensive Orthopaedics | Oct 19, 2016 | anatomy, Foot, Wellness
What are stress fractures? Click Image to Enlarge A stress fracture is a very small, fine break in the bone caused by continuous overuse. Stress fractures often occur in the foot after training for basketball, running, and other sports. While stress fractures can...
by Comprehensive Orthopaedics | Oct 10, 2016 | anatomy, Anti-aging, Wellness
Whether you’re an avid basketball player or a weekend hiker, you may be at risk for a stress fracture if you overdo it. A stress fracture occurs when you increase the length or intensity of your workout too quickly. Your muscles become so tired by the extra work...
by Comprehensive Orthopaedics | Oct 4, 2016 | Wellness
CompOrtho presenting a check for $17,000 to C.A.R.E. charity from our inaugural charity golf outing! Thank you to everyone who came to play and show their support! We look forward to next year.
by Comprehensive Orthopaedics | Sep 29, 2016 | Wellness
If ordered by the doctor, your child will be fitted for crutches and be taught how to use them by a trained healthcare professional. Measurement of crutches The top of the crutches should be about 2 finger widths below the armpit (make sure the shoulders are relaxed)....
by Comprehensive Orthopaedics | Sep 27, 2016 | anatomy, Wellness
What is a cast? A cast holds a broken bone in place as it heals. Casts also help to prevent or decrease muscle contractions, and are effective at providing immobilization, especially after surgery. Casts immobilize the joint above and the joint below the area that is...
