Osteoarthritis – also called wear-and-tear arthritis – often impacts the joints in the body that get the most use, such as the fingers, elbows, and knees. The root word of “arthritis” means joint, and the suffix “-itis” means inflammation, so the most common symptom of arthritis is joint pain due to the inflammation. Arthritis tends to cause one or more of the following symptoms in a joint: Pain Swelling or puffiness Redness Decreased flexibility and stiffness Popping sound [Read More]
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Activities to Avoid During Your Shoulder Impingement Treatment
Shoulder impingement syndrome is when the shoulder blade has been rubbing against the tendons of the rotator cuff, causing pain and inflammation. So if you are undergoing treatment for this condition, there are certain movements and habits you should try to avoid doing. Otherwise, you could unknowingly make your shoulder impingement worse. Let’s talk about some of the normal, everyday movements and activities you should avoid during your shoulder impingement treatment, and where you can go [Read More]
What Could Happen if I Postpone My Joint Replacement Surgery?
So you’ve been told by your orthopedic doctor that you need to have joint replacement surgery in order to squelch the chronic pain and to prevent further damage to your joint. Perhaps you’ve never had surgery before, or the idea of having a joint replacement absolutely petrifies you. You’re not alone. Many people try other methods before resorting to having total joint replacement surgery. However, keep in mind that this surgery is performed more than a million times in the U.S. every year, [Read More]
10 Facts on PRP Treatments for Knee Problems
PRP treatments are an innovative approach to regenerative medicine— a branch of medicine concerned with the development of methods to regrow, restore, or replace damaged and diseased cells or tissues. PRP treatments have been touted by experts as an excellent solution for pain and other discomforts associated with a wide variety of musculoskeletal problems, such as those that affect the knee. The approach has been found to be particularly effective in the treatment of knee joint injuries and [Read More]
Have You Been Diagnosed with Tendonitis? What You Should Know
Tendons are the thick, fibrous cords that connect your muscles to your bones. Albeit tendons are very strong and flexible, they are not designed to stretch easily. This limited flexibility makes them especially susceptible to degeneration and injury. If a tendon becomes irritated or overstretched, it can become inflamed, causing a condition referred to as tendonitis to develop. Let’s learn more about tendonitis, particularly its different types, symptoms, risk factors, and treatment [Read More]
Risk Factors for Developing Tendonitis
Tendons are the tough fibrous bands that connect your muscles to your bones. Although they are strong, tendons have less elastic tissue and are therefore not designed to stretch at all. This limited elasticity is what makes them susceptible to injury. Repetitive strain, overuse, and overstretching can cause a tendon to get inflamed, resulting in a condition referred to as tendonitis. The heels, knees, shoulders, elbows, and wrists are the most common sites for tendonitis. There are a [Read More]
Joint Replacement Post-Op Care
Joint replacement surgery can be an effective solution to relieve chronic joint pain, improve mobility, and restore overall quality of life when conservative treatments have been unsuccessful. Physical therapy and rehabilitation are key methods in promoting a successful recovery following a joint replacement. Joints can become damaged as a result of wear and tear, aging, injuries, and conditions such as osteoarthritis. Osteoarthritis is a common type of arthritis that affects the protective [Read More]
Can PRP Treatments Help Relieve Pain Caused by Tennis Elbow?
In a nutshell, among the amazing benefits of platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy treatments is that they are especially effective at addressing soft-tissue injuries such as tendonitis and its chronic counterpart, tennis elbow. The latter is one of the most common reasons patients and doctors choose PRP treatments. Let’s delve deeper into how PRP treatments are beneficial for relieving pain associated with tennis elbow. What Is Tennis Elbow? Tennis elbow, also called lateral epicondylitis, is [Read More]
Should I See a Physician for Tendonitis Treatment?
Tendonitis is your body’s way of complaining that you’ve pushed it too hard. The condition produces symptoms that can make you contemplate seeing a doctor. But is it necessary? Let’s get a better insight into tendonitis—its causes, symptoms, and treatment—and find out if you should see a physician for it. What Is Tendonitis? Tendons are thick bands of connected tissues found throughout your body. Your tendons and muscles work together to allow you to move various body parts, such as your [Read More]
The Role of Physical Therapy in Managing Arthritis Pain
When you have arthritis, the idea of moving your joints may seem counterintuitive, especially when you’re in pain and worried about exacerbating it when you overexert your joints. Nonetheless, it is exactly what you need to keep your joints healthy and limber. Physical therapy helps get your joints moving in a safe and effective way. It is the closest thing there is to a miracle drug for your arthritis. This is why it has become one of the most highly recommended approaches to managing the [Read More]
