Useful News And Information
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PLIF: Stop These 3 Things Before A Posterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion Procedure
Posterior lumbar interbody fusion removes a damaged disc and fuses the vertebrae. Stopping these 3 practices helps with successful surgery.
3 Symptoms Of Rotator Cuff Tendinitis & What To Do About The Pain
Inflammation of the tendons around the shoulder causes rotator cuff tendinitis. Look for these 3 signs and try some simple treatments.
Shoulder Pain: How To Know If You Need Rotator Cuff Repair
Some cases of shoulder pain come from a torn rotator cuff. Look for these signs to know if rotator cuff repair is necessary.
Foot Or Ankle Arthrodesis: Treating Arthritis With Joint Fusion Surgery
Severe arthritis in the ankle or foot may need surgical intervention. Here's how foot or ankle arthrodesis can help.
Caudal Injection: How Steroids Are Used As A Nerve Block For Pain Relief
A caudal injection sends steroid medication to the lower back as a nerve block. Here's how this procedure helps with pain relief.
When Can I Swim After Ear Tube Placement Or Removal?
Ear tube placement and removal help treat ear infections, but can you swim with tubes? Here’s what to expect in the water after surgery.
Surgical Treatment Of Fractures: What Is A Open Reduction Procedure?
Some fractured bones need immediate surgery to reduce pain and realign the bones. An open reduction procedure restores motion in the future.
When To Call Your Podiatrist: 5 Signs Nail Excision Is Needed
A toenail injury, infection, or condition sometimes need a nail excision. Here are 5 signs to visit a podiatrist for the procedure.
Physical Therapy: What Will Rehab Be Like After A Cervical Disc Replacement?
A cervical disc replacement is only as good as the rehab process. What can a patient expect along the physical therapy journey?
Carpal Tunnel Surgery Recovery Time: How Long Until I Can Type Again?
Some cases of carpal tunnel are so severe that surgery is necessary. But with any surgery, there is a recovery period.
Can Minimally Invasive Lumbar Decompression Treat Sciatica?
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ACL Repair vs Reconstruction: What’s The Difference Between These Knee Surgeries?
For a damaged ACL a surgeon may decide on repair or reconstruction. Learn the difference between these 2 knee surgeries.
Transforaminal Injections: Can An Epidural Relieve Pain In Your Lower Back, Legs & Feet?
Lower back pain can sometimes evolve to pain in the legs and feet. Can a transforaminal injection near the spine help?
Knee Pain: 3 Ways To Know If You Have A Torn Meniscus
Swollen knee pain can be disturbing but may be a sign of a torn meniscus. Here are 3 symptoms that may signal a torn meniscus.
Can A Diet & Exercise Program Help Prepare For Cervical Disc Replacement?
Cervical disc replacement can help address chronic pain due to damaged discs. With diet and exercise, the body can be more prepared.
When Is A Trigger Point Injection The Best Choice For Pain Management?
If conventional pain management fails, a trigger point injection from a doctor will be best. These are a common type of muscular pain.
Pain Management: How Long Do Nerve Blocks Last?
Nerve blocks are injections of anesthetic or other forms of treatment to target a group of nerves and can manage chronic pain.
Do I Have To Stay In The Hospital For A Lumbar Discectomy? Outpatient Spine Surgery Options
Lumbar discectomy is an effective treatment for spine abnormality treatment. The outpatient procedure allows patients to get discharged.
SI Fusion: Can You Have Both Sides Performed The Same Day?
The SI joint can cause pain and discomfort. If both joints are damaged, can a patient have SI fusion surgery on both sides on the same day?
Shoulder Instability: Do You Need Surgery To Repair A Labral Tear?
Shoulder instability can happen if the labrum is torn due to wear and tear or injury. Do these injuries need surgery?
