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What Should I Know About Low Back Pain?
What Is the medical definition of low back pain?
Pain in the lower back or low back pain is a common concern, affecting up to 80% of Americans at some point in their lifetime. Many will have more than one episode. Low back pain is not a specific disease, rather it is a symptom that may occur from a variety of different processes. In up to 85% of people with low back pain, despite a thorough medical examination, no specific cause of the pain can be identified.
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6 Exercises for Osteoarthritis
in OsteoarthritisArticle Featured on US News
OSTEOARTHRITIS IS THE most common type of arthritis, affecting 31 million people in the U.S., says Marcy O’Koon, senior director, consumer health, Arthritis Foundation.
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Staying Active and in Shape During the Holidays
in Health & Wellness, Holiday TipsBy Paige Waehner | Article Featured on Verywellfit
It’s hard enough to exercise the rest of the year, but add holidays to the mix and many of us find exercise becomes less of a priority as to-do lists grow longer and longer.
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6 Low Back Pain Symptoms, Locations, Causes & Treatments
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What Should I Know About Low Back Pain?
What Is the medical definition of low back pain?
Pain in the lower back or low back pain is a common concern, affecting up to 80% of Americans at some point in their lifetime. Many will have more than one episode. Low back pain is not a specific disease, rather it is a symptom that may occur from a variety of different processes. In up to 85% of people with low back pain, despite a thorough medical examination, no specific cause of the pain can be identified.
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A Patient’s Guide to Rheumatoid Arthritis
in ArthritisArticle Featured on US News
The human body is an incredibly complex machine. Most of the time, all the parts work correctly, with various gears and components clicking in harmony. But occasionally, something gets out of whack. When this happens, the guardian of the machine – the immune system – can get turned around and begin attacking the body it usually protects. This is what happens in an autoimmune disease like rheumatoid arthritis, an inflammatory disease that affects the joints.
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A Surgeon’s Guide to Recovering From Hand Surgery
in Hand Fractures, Hand Injuries, Surgery RecoveryArticle Featured on Ark Surgery Hospital
Hand surgery recovery is a delicate and often frustrating process. Be sure to follow all of your surgeon’s instruction to ensure you regain your full range of motion.
Whatever the reason for your hand surgery, you can prepare yourself by planning a hand surgery recovery timeline with the help of your orthopedic surgeon and following these helpful guidelines:
Tips for Hand Surgery Recovery
All hand surgery recovery periods last at least several weeks— and sometimes months—before you can return to your everyday activities. You can make several minor lifestyle modifications to help keep you comfortable while you are recovering.
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Achilles Tendinitis
in Ankle Injuries, FeetArticle Featured on AAOS
Achilles tendinitis is a common condition that occurs when the large tendon that runs down the back of your lower leg becomes irritated and inflamed.
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Easing the Pain of Osteoarthritis of the Knee
in Knee Pain, Massage Therapy, Osteoarthritis, RecoveryArticle Featured on AMTA
There’s been more than one study suggesting massage therapy helps relieve the pain associated with osteoarthritis of the knee. More recently, the results have again been affirmed by research supported by the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine.
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Activities After Hip Replacement
in Hip Conditions, Surgery RecoveryArticle Featured on AAOS
After having a hip replacement, you may expect your lifestyle to be a lot like how it was before surgery—but without the pain. In many ways, you are right, but returning to your everyday activities will take time. Being an active participant in the healing process can help you get there sooner and ensure a more successful outcome.
Even though you will be able to resume most activities, you may have to change the way you do them. For example, you may have to learn new ways of bending down that keep your new hip safe. The suggestions you find here will help you enjoy your new hip while you safely resume your daily routines.
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6 Reasons to See a Doctor for Knee Pain
in Knee Pain, Knee SurgeryArticle Featured on Active Implants
The truth is, nearly everyone’s knees will give them some sort of trouble eventually, and most athletes will experience some knee pain from time to time. So when knee pain occurs, it can be difficult to know whether the problem will resolve itself. Here are 6 warning signs that may indicate a more serious knee injury and warrant a trip to the doctor.
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6 Do’s and Don’ts After Knee Surgery
in Knee Surgery, RecoveryArticle Featured on Active Implants
After knee surgery, there is no doubt you will encounter challenges and pain on the path to recovery. While it will seem difficult, and maybe even impossible at times, try to remember that what happens after your surgery is just as essential to the overall success of the procedure as the surgery itself.
Here are some do’s and don’ts to help you along the road to recovery:
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