Elite Athletes Should Visit Their Orthopedist Regularly
If you are an elite athlete who performs at a competitive level, you should visit your orthopedist regularly to avoid injury.
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Schedule Your Elective Knee or Hip Procedure Before Your Deductible Resets
Many hospitals and healthcare facilities are delaying elective surgeries and procedures due to COVID-19. It’s important to remember that while your joint surgery may be considered elective, it may also be essential for your mobility and health.
Opioids May Not be Effective for Knee Pain
Osteoarthritis is the most common type of knee pain in adults over 50. By age 70, about 27 percent of adults have knee osteoarthritis. Some common symptoms include swelling, loss of mobility, stiffness and chronic pain.
Are You Allergic to the Metal in Your Artificial Joint?
Hip and knee replacement surgeries are among the most common procedures performed today, with over 1 million surgeries performed each year. With baby boomers aging, the demand for total hip replacement and total knee replacement surgeries will continue to rise as more Americans are diagnosed with osteoarthritis.