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Not every injury, nor every patient, is the same, even if they both have torn their shoulder’s labrum. Zahab Ahsan, MD, an orthopedic surgeon fellowship-trained in sports medicine, and Dawn Williams…

While the old adage "no pain no gain" might help motivate some athletes in training, pain is not something to ignore when it comes to most musculoskeletal system injuries. In fact, waiting too long to…

As an infant, Ben Freedman’s head leaned a little bit to one side. As he grew, the curve in his back became more noticeable, his shoulders were uneven and his gait a bit off. But the issues with his…

The recently crowned world champion triathlete Diane Ragalie has raced around the world, racking up impressive finishes for 39 years, the last seven of those on new knees. The 70-year-old Ragalie, who…

One year ago, Edward Sampong was confined to a wheelchair, unable to walk. He was in constant pain and had lost all hope of living a normal life. But in a real-life happy ending, thanks to Ryan…

There is never a dull moment for Patricia Vaughan, 68, of Oak Lawn. One day a week she works as a nurse. She spends the rest of her week transporting her eight grandchildren around town or playing…

Orthopaedic surgeon and sports medicine specialist Jason Koh, MD, is no stranger to caring for professional athletes. The Endeavor Health Orthopaedic & Spine Institute Director has worked with Major…

Pickleball has become one of the fastest-growing sports in the United States. As the popularity of pickleball continues to rise, it’s important for those looking to get into the sport to understand…

Our feet bear the weight of our entire body, allowing us to stand, walk, run and perform a variety of activities. Despite their importance, many people tend to neglect their foot health, leading to…

Pickleball has been gaining popularity across all age groups in the United State s. While it offers many health benefits, pickleball, like any sport, is not without its risks. Injuries can happen on…

Playing a musical instrument. Working on an assembly line. Cutting, styling, coloring, shampooing hair. Kneading dough to make bread. What do these things have in common? They can all lead to a hand…

An interesting fact: Many people who get a hip replacement say their only regret is they wish they had one sooner. When done for the right reasons, hip replacement surgery is low risk and provides…