Orthopaedic Associates recently redesigned their practice website blog 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 Orthopaedics. The blog will also be used as…
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What Can Neck Pain Mean?
Many people complain about neck pain. Sometimes the pain comes from sleeping in a position that strained neck muscles or even from working long hours. Muscle tension from holding your neck at an odd angle such as when hunched over a desk or bench can also lead to neck pain. Degenerative conditions such as osteoarthritis…
Treating Meniscal Tears
Meniscal Tears Meniscal tears are a common knee injury, especially for athletes who often twist and turn quickly, with one or both knees bent while playing or lifting a weight. The meniscus also tends to become weaker with aging, making them more prone to tearing. The meniscus itself is a flexible C-shaped disk with a…
Stretches for Sciatica
Sciatica Pain is not Fun If you, or someone you love is suffering from the pain of sciatica, you know that getting relief from the burning pain, numbness, and tingling is a priority. Sciatic nerve pain can come and go. It is often caused by irritation to the nerve roots, which can be made worse…