Lower back pain is very common and affects lots of people. One possible cause is a condition called degenerative disc disease. Despite the name, it is not really a disease. It is a term used to describe the natural wear and tear that happens to the discs in your spine as you age. For some
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Preventing and Treating Tendinitis of the Elbow
Elbow tendinitis is also commonly called “tennis elbow” or “golfer’s elbow.” It happens when the tendons in your elbow get strained from overuse. This can cause pain and make it hard to do simple tasks. Elbow tendinitis can happen to anyone, like gardeners or people who use a computer for work. The good news is
Read MoreKnee Replacement Options: Traditional vs. Robotic Surgery
Knee replacement surgery is now a common way to ease knee pain, helping many people get back on their feet. With new technology, robotic-assisted knee replacements are on the rise. But which option is best for you? Let’s break down both traditional and robotic-assisted knee replacements to help you choose the right path for your
Read MoreHow Technology Is Advancing Orthopedic Surgery: Innovation in The Field
No medical specialty remains the same year after year–including the field of orthopedic surgery. The innovations are amazing, benefiting patients and the doctors who use them. In this blog, you’ll read about how bone and joint surgery and non-operative interventions produce outstanding therapeutic results. Robotic-assisted and Computer-assisted Surgery Computer software combined with an orthopedic surgeon’s
Read MoreKingsport Orthopedic Specialists You Should See to Help with Your Musculoskeletal Pain
If you’re experiencing any type of musculoskeletal pain, it’s important to see an orthopedic specialist. Musculoskeletal pain can be caused by many different things, such as an injury, overuse, or arthritis. Doctors who specialize in orthopedics are experts in diagnosing and treating musculoskeletal pain. Let’s discuss what musculoskeletal pain is, what causes it, how orthopedic
Read More5 Orthopedic Injuries You Must Run From
The medical field of orthopedics encompasses the treatment of musculoskeletal injuries and conditions. The root word “ped” means “child,” and this field began with treating children who had bone-growth and similar musculoskeletal issues. Orthopedics has now exploded into serving people of all ages. Let’s talk about some common musculoskeletal injuries doctors treat, how these injuries
Read MorePhysical Therapy for Chronic Pain
If you have chronic pain, chances are you have tried a bunch of different medications to try and alleviate it. If that hasn’t worked, it’s time to try something else, like physical therapy. Chronic Pain Chronic pain refers to pain symptoms that are experienced frequently for longer than a few weeks. It is often associated
Read MoreIs there a difference between tennis elbow and golfer’s elbow?
A lot of people assume tennis elbow and golfer’s elbow refer to the same condition, but this is not true. While both are orthopedic conditions that develop as a result of overuse of the elbow and arm, they are in fact different. Here is a breakdown of tennis elbow and golfer’s elbow: Tennis Elbow Tennis
Read MoreThe Connection Between MRI Machines and Orthopedics
For every patient who goes to his or her orthopedic doctor due to joint pain or muscle pain, chances are the doctor will request imaging tests to be performed. These scans will help the physician to make a correct diagnosis for proper treatment. One of the most widely used imaging tests for diagnostic purposes is
Read MoreWhat Is a Scaphoid Fracture?
A scaphoid fracture is a break that occurs in one of the small bones (carpal bones) of your wrist. It is usually a result of a fall where you land on your hand. The eight carpal bones are laid out in rows between the forearm bones and the finger bones, forming the wrist. Each of
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