Golfers and Baseball Elbow: What is it?
Medial epicondylitis, or golfer’s elbow, causes inner elbow pain. Discover its causes, symptoms, and treatment options to stay pain-free and active.
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What is Bursitis?
Bursitis is joint pain caused by inflamed fluid sacs. Learn its causes, symptoms, and treatments to stay active and pain-free.
How Long Does it Take to Recover from Orthopedic Surgery?
Article featured on Orthopedic Associates Preparing for orthopedic surgery can make a person nervous and hopeful at the same time. You are optimistic about the potential results and improvements that can come from surgical interventions. At the same time, there are often questions about the recovery process. If you have an injury or chronic health […]
Microdiscectomy: A Modern Fix for Disc Herniation
Microdiscectomy is a minimally invasive surgical procedure designed to relieve the pain and discomfort caused by a herniated disc pressing on spinal nerves.
What is Cubital Tunnel Syndrome?
Cubital tunnel syndrome occurs when the ulnar nerve, which runs through the inside of the elbow, becomes irritated or compressed.
Causes & Treatments for Fibromyalgia
Understanding fibromyalgia is the first step toward taking control of the condition. Learn more about causes and treatments.
What is Trigger Finger?
A trigger finger is a “snapping” or “locking” condition of any of the digits of the hand when opening or closing. Stenosing tenosynovitis is the medical term for the trigger finger.
Understanding Hip Osteoarthritis: Causes and Symptoms
Article featured on Orthopaedic Associates Hip osteoarthritis is a condition that many people have heard of but often do not fully understand. It is a problem that affects the joints in your hips, causing pain and stiffness. While it is commonly seen in older adults, it can actually affect people of all ages. Let’s explore […]
Does a Herniated Disc Need Surgery to Heal?
Article featured on NY Orthopedics Back pain is one of the most common types of pain you are likely to encounter, whether that’s due to pushing yourself too hard on the field or just a result of aging. A herniated disc is one common cause of back pain that can bring people a bit of […]
Chronic vs. Acute Rotator Cuffs
Article featured on Modern Orthopaedics of New Jersey Shoulder pain can be a common day-to-day occurrence. We’ve all experienced it at some point. However, if that pain lingers for a long time and affects your life on a day-to-day basis, it may be a sign there’s a bigger problem. A rotator cuff tear is the […]