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6 Tips for Parents With Kids Who Have Osgood-Schlatters Disease

Article featured on Orthogate Anterior knee pain is a common complaint of young athletes participating in sports. As a teenager, most of the aches and pains disappear as fast as they show up. However, when the pain doesn’t go away it can be frustrating and scary to deal with as a parent. Osgood-Schlatters Disease (OSD) is […]

7 Rare Causes of Knee Pain

Article featured on Healthgrades Knee Pain Without Injury Injury, ongoing stress, and aging are the most common causes of knee pain. But what if none apply? One of several rare causes of knee pain may be at work, including benign tumors, fluid buildup, infection, certain types of arthritis and even genetic mutations. Many of these causes have […]

Tips on Managing Back Pain

Article featured on Brigham Health Hub Managing back pain can be challenging, because it’s often non-specific and may be the result of many different conditions. In this post, Dr. Jason Yong, an anesthesiologist and Medical Director of the Pain Management Center at Brigham and Women’s Faulkner Hospital, offers some guidance for people suffering from back pain. […]

Musculoskeletal Surgeries Explained

Article featured on MedicalNewsToday Musculoskeletal problems can limit a person’s ability to move and function. This in turn can significantly affect their ability to work and perform day-to-day activities. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), musculoskeletal injuries and conditions are common, affecting 1.71 billion people globally. They are also the leading cause of disability worldwide. […]