Stem cells are sparking a lot of conversation in the medical world. And there’s a good reason to be excited over them. Scientists and doctors continue to research and apply new uses for stem cells every day. This development means progress in the field of medical care, but also in the future of medical treatment as a whole. Here is why your orthopedic surgeon is so excited about stem cells. What are Stem Cells? Stem cells are essentially like raw materials for our body. All the other cells in [Read More]
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10 Questions to Ask Your New Orthopedist
If you are experiencing joint pain as the result of an accident or a chronic condition, your primary doctor may refer you to an orthopedist specially trained in diagnosing and treating conditions involving the musculoskeletal system. After careful examination of your particular disorder, your orthopedist will recommend a course of treatment that may include a corrective surgical procedure. If so, here are 10 questions you should ask your orthopedic surgeon upfront: Why is this [Read More]
The Benefits of Having On-Site Physical Therapy
If you are like most people, your wellness team is scattered all over town. Your primary care doctor, orthopedist, and physical therapist probably don’t share a building, let alone a zip code. Coordinating visits, referrals, records transfers and testing can be exhaustive and usually results in losing another precious vacation day. Plus, if there is an issue, it may take weeks to revolve, either between the doctors’ offices or with the insurance provider. While life never ceases to be hectic, [Read More]
Personalized Orthopedics of the Palm Beaches redesigns website with a blog
Personalized Orthopedics of the Palm Beaches recently redesigned our practice website to include more ways for patients to interact with our office. The website offers a [patient portal, online appointment requests, and an award-winning patient education library]. We will be blogging about the latest information regarding research and advancements in orthopedics. The blog will also be used as a forum to share news about Personalized Orthopedics of the Palm Beaches in the [Read More]
