Whether hiking or mountain biking on nearby trails, beachcombing North Carolina shores, playing organized sports, walking around the neighborhood or working on the job, accidents happen. Bone fractures, or broken bones, are very common, with more than six million people experiencing one each year. The important role bones play in the body Our bones provide [...]
One of the fastest-growing sports in the U.S. is pickleball, which combines elements of tennis, ping-pong and badminton. Part of what has made pickleball such a popular sport is that it appeals to a range of skill levels and ages. Pickleball players can compete in sports leagues or simply play recreationally with friends. Because pickleball [...]
Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is a common and treatable hand condition that causes numbness and tingling in hands, pins-and-needles pain, decreased hand strength and worse symptoms at night. It affects 1 in 10 people and is the most expensive upper-body musculoskeletal disorder in the U.S. Obtaining the right diagnosis for hand numbness and pain is [...]
Because we typically cannot feel what is happening inside our bones, concern about our overall bone health might not be top of mind. Yet over 10 million Americans have osteoporosis, a disease that affects bone density, and over 54 million are at an increased risk of developing it. Throughout our life, cells continuously update the [...]
The knee is the largest joint in the body. With its multiple bones, discs, ligaments, tendons and muscles, there are a lot of moving parts! These parts help the knee absorb the shock of walking, running, jumping and other daily activities. When someone experiences knee pain, it can impact their ability to get dressed, use [...]
Studies have shown distinct differences between biological males' and females' bones, muscles and ligaments. These differences influence gender related orthopedic injuries and factor into the types of injuries a person may face in their lifetime. When it comes to the framework of the body – bones, muscles, ligaments and tendons – you may think [...]
Being physically active is an important way to keep your body healthy, but it is estimated that most adults in the U.S. spend 6.5 to 8 hours a day sitting down. Whether sitting at a desk, driving or on the couch watching TV, prolonged sitting can cause joint pain, especially lower back and hip pain [...]
The key to building stronger bones and better balance, combating osteoporosis, staying independent and living longer may be as simple as adding strength training to your exercise routine. When people hear “strength training,” Hulk Hogan and Rocky may come to mind. While these men regularly exercise and lift weights, strength training for seniors is [...]
A minimally invasive surgical technique is offering spinal patients greater flexibility, range of motion and quality of life. Motion preservation spine surgery (MPSS) provides patients with the spinal care they need while protecting their range of motion and decreasing pain and recovery times. In this article, we will explore motion preservation surgery, the conditions it treats, [...]
Knowing when to see an orthopedic doctor can be difficult. What are the signs, symptoms and conditions that warrant an ortho specialist? How do orthopedic injuries and conditions occur? They can occur in everyday life in the most unexpected ways. Like Rachel's story: Rachel hugged her teenage son, and he playfully twisted out of her [...]
