The warm, bright summer months will always motivate people to get out of their houses and engage in sports and other activities. The balmy weather turns many people from couch potatoes into physically active individuals – and this invites summertime injuries. People who are out of shape from the winter doldrums are suddenly running, swimming,…
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Common Neck Injuries in Sports
Your neck is a complex structure, not only having to hold and move your head – which is quite heavy! – but also supporting the top of your spine and spinal cord. Although your neck is strong and flexible, it can be vulnerable to injury during certain activities, particularly sports such as football, hockey, and…
What You Need to Know About the Coronavirus – and How to Protect Yourself and Those You Love
The Civil War, Pearl Harbor, 9/11 … America has faced many adversities in its history and has managed to emerge stronger in the aftermath. But how do you fight and defeat an invisible medical enemy – especially one as seemingly challenging as the global COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic? The first step to overcoming any crisis of…
What Is Considered Orthopedic Trauma Medicine?
Orthopedic trauma is a serious injury to any part of your musculoskeletal system following a traumatic incident involving a collision or crushing force. This is especially common among car accident victims, athletes, and patients who are weak or have brittle bones. Orthopedic trauma medicine is a subspecialty that deals with injuries of this nature. Orthopedic…
Orthopedic Trauma Surgeons vs. ER Doctors
For patients in need of immediate treatment for traumatic musculoskeletal injuries, orthopedic trauma surgeons and ER (emergency room) doctors can respond. These two types of medical experts share the same goal, which is to save the patient, but their skill set is very different. Let’s take a look at the fundamental differences between an orthopedic…