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Alternative Treatment for Frozen Shoulder 25 Aug 2013 | 12:58 pm
A recent study has evaluated the use of an alternative treatment method in helping relieve symptoms of frozen shoulder. Bee venom therapy is based on the idea that bee stings can stimulate the body's...
Understanding an MRI Report 21 Aug 2013 | 12:33 pm
MRIs are a commonly used tool to help doctors diagnose and treat a variety of conditions. While MRIs don't help people feel better, they can sometimes help guide treatment to be more effective. ... ...
Very Large Rotator Cuff Tears 19 Aug 2013 | 01:06 am
Rotator cuff tears are a common cause of shoulder pain and weakness. Many rotator cuff tears can be treated with non-surgical treatments, in fact the vast majority of tears never require anything sur...
Find a Surgeon With the Right Experience 15 Aug 2013 | 03:05 am
Everyone wants, and expects, their surgery to go well. But we all understand that surgery has the potential for complications. Some complications are more difficult to control, but we know that an exp...
Need MRI? 12 Aug 2013 | 11:44 pm
Magnetic resonance imaging, or MRI, has become a commonly utilized diagnostic tool in medicine and orthopedics. Many orthopedic conditions can be diagnosed with MRI. But sometimes your doctor doesn't ...
PRP Injections No Better Than Physical Therapy 3 Aug 2013 | 06:54 pm
In a search for relief from many chronic joint problems, doctors have tried some new treatments, including injections known as platelet rich plasma (PRP). PRP injections are thought to have effects t...
Sex After Joint Replacement 30 Jul 2013 | 04:29 pm
Is sex after joint replacement a big deal? Sure, especially if improving your sexual well-being is important! Recent studies have demonstrated improvements in sexual health after joint replacement sur...
ACL Tears Most Common In Women 29 Jul 2013 | 03:12 am
A recent review has published the most up-to-date data on ACL tears in female athletes. Some of the findings included: ACL tears are 3X more common in women than in men Neuromuscular training can re...
Ultrasound Being Used for Injections: Do You Need It? 23 Jul 2013 | 03:57 pm
Injections are among the most common treatments used in an orthopedists office. Injections can be used for arthritis, tendonitis, bursitis and other conditions. In order to ensure the injection is a...
All NSAIDs Raise Cardiovascular Risk 23 Jul 2013 | 01:20 am
Recent research published in the British Medical Journal demonstrate increased risk of cardiovascular events with all anti-inflammatory medications. Previously associated with prescription medication...
