by support | Nov 12, 2014 | Uncategorized
Are you at risk for a Stress Fracture? Stress fractures are tiny cracks in a bone caused by the overuse and the repetition of movements during exercise. When your muscles are fatigued, they become unable to absorb additional shock during exercise and transfer the...
by support | Nov 12, 2014 | Uncategorized
Are You Considering Knee Replacement Surgery? Each patient is unique, but generally candidates for knee replacement surgery have: -Pain severe enough to restrict not only work and recreation, but also the routine activities of daily living -Pain that is not relieved...
by support | Nov 12, 2014 | Uncategorized
Total Hip Joint Replacement Your joints are involved in almost every activity you do. Simple movements such as walking, bending, and turning require the use of your hip and knee joints. Normally, all parts of these joints work together and the joint moves easily...
by support | Nov 12, 2014 | Uncategorized
What is the ACL and how can it be injured? Ligaments are tough, non-stretchable fibers that hold your bones together. The ACL, or anterior cruciate ligament, is one of four primary ligaments that connect the femur (thigh bone) to the tibia (shin bone) at the knee. The...
by support | Nov 12, 2014 | Uncategorized
New Procedures Offer Non-Surgical Options for Orthopedic and Sports Medicine This article features Kevin Darr, MD from Covington Orthopedic and Sports Medicine Institute Written by Jill Willie, Photos by Claire Thomas Published by Sophisticated Woman Magazine, January...
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