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How to Tell if you Have Flat Feet: Symptoms of Flat Feet

Article Featured on AAOS A variety of foot problems can lead to adult acquired flatfoot deformity (AAFD), a condition that results in a fallen arch with the foot pointed outward. Most people — no matter what the cause of their flatfoot — can be helped with orthotics, braces and physical therapy. In patients who have […]

5 Ways to Help Prevent Arthritis

Article Featured on Michigan Hand & Wrist While it may not be possible to completely get rid of your risk of developing arthritis, there are some things you can do to reduce your risk and delay the onset. Arthritis happens when cartilage wears away, causing your bones to rub against and damage each other, which […]

How to tell if you have Whiplash

Article Featured on Mayo Clinic Overview Whiplash is a neck injury due to forceful, rapid back-and-forth movement of the neck, like the cracking of a whip. Whiplash most often occurs during a rear-end auto accident, but the injury can also result from a sports accident, physical abuse or other trauma.

What are some common hand problems?

Article Featured on Johns Hopkins Anatomy of the hand The hand is composed of many different bones, muscles, and ligaments that allow for a large amount of movement and dexterity. There are 3 major types of bones in the hand itself, including:  

Lumbar Spine Surgery

Article Featured on Spine Health Lumbar surgery refers to any type of surgery in the lumbar spine, or lower back, between one or more of the L1-S1 levels. There are two general types of lumbar spine surgery that comprise the most common surgical procedures for the lower back: Lumbar Decompression The goal of a decompression […]