It’s never too late to start incorporating healthier habits to improve the strength of your bones. As we get older, it is fundamental to practice habits that can slow down the loss of bone density. Continuous bone density loss can lead to debilitating illnesses such as osteoporosis. Luckily, keeping your bones at their healthiest doesn’t…
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How Chronic Shoulder Instability Is Affecting My Shoulder Pain
The shoulder joint has the widest range of motion of any joint in the human body, making it also one of the most susceptible to damage. If it is stretched too far in one direction, the ligaments become injured – causing instability in the shoulder. The shoulder is a ball-and-socket type of joint, located at…
What is Dry Needling?
To the casual observer, seeing someone undergoing dry needling could easily be confused with acupuncture. The same long, flexible needles are used but that is where the similarities end. Acupuncture is a form of traditional Chinese medicine that has been used for thousands of years and is based on the Chinese fundamentals of removing obstacles…
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Why Choose an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon?
You may not realize it, but our hands play a major role in our daily lives. A severe hand injury can bring everything to a screeching halt. Hands help us perform everyday activities like getting dressed, preparing meals, driving our cars to work, typing up emails, exercising – the list goes on and on. Don’t…
Qualities of an Exceptional Orthopedic Surgeon
When you’re in pain due to a musculoskeletal injury, only the best orthopedic care will do. But how do you know which orthopedic surgeon to consult? You can tell that an orthopedist can provide the exceptional service you need not only by their impeccable credentials but also by the following personal and professional qualities: Great…
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