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Scoliosis is a condition where the spine curves sideways rather than following a straight line. It affects up to 3-4 % of people, and most commonly develops during teen growth years between the ages…

A complex ball and socket joint that moves in many directions and is responsible for so much activity in daily life and overhead sports, the shoulder is subject to plenty of wear and tear. So, it’s…

Specially-designed exercises to improve strength, agility, endurance and flexibility, as well as mental focus — known as sports performance training — is gaining traction as a way to enhance both…

More and more people are undergoing total hip and knee replacements annually as they try to stay active in their later years. As this number continues to rise, so does the number of revision joint…

There is no one-size-fits-all prescription for exercise, however there are some general guidelines for improving your orthopaedic, or musculoskeletal, health. “It really depends on what your goals are…

One in five US adults have some form of arthritis, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Though there are many, many types of arthritis, osteoarthritis is the most common…

Carpal tunnel syndrome is an extremely common condition that can cause pain, tingling, numbness and weakness in the hand and wrist. The belief that carpal tunnel syndrome only affects office workers…

The number of spinal surgeries performed in the United States continues to grow each year, and thanks to the latest technology and expert physicians, many patients are able to return home the day of…

Most of us probably don’t spend much time thinking about our orthopaedic health or the condition of our musculoskeletal system until we find ourselves injured or in pain. Yet, too many of us are…

As Deborah Dohnal felt herself falling, she instinctively pulled her hands in to protect previously fractured wrists and instead landed with full force on her left elbow. The fluke fall happened fast…

The risk of falls and hip fractures increases with age and is more prevalent in women than men. There are about 300,000 hip fractures a year in the United States, and our aging population suggests…

Children run around outside, play sports and break bones, it’s a fact of life. And while it is impossible to prevent all of them, there are ways to focus on strong bone health and reduce the risks of…