by support | Nov 12, 2014 | Uncategorized
Physical Therapy Physical therapy can be helpful in the management of Osteoarthritis (OA) and Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). For example, a physical therapist may recommend: Isometric (“pushing”) exercises to help build muscle strength without subjecting inflamed joints...
by support | Nov 12, 2014 | Uncategorized
Osteoarthritis (OA) Osteoarthritis is sometimes called degenerative arthritis because it is a “wearing out” condition involving the breakdown of cartilage in the joints. Joint cartilage is a gel-like protective tissue found at joint surfaces that provides support and...
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...
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