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Is It Time for a Hip Replacement?

Is It Time for a Hip Replacement?
With more than half a million hip replacements performed every year, Americans rely on this procedure to eliminate chronic pain and improve mobility. Learn who can benefit from it.
Dec 10th, 2025
Can a Hip Labral Tear Heal On Its Own?

Can a Hip Labral Tear Heal On Its Own?
Do you feel pain or stiffness in your hip and wonder whether it will go away on its own? Learn more about the different types of labral tears, including whether they can heal without treatment and when treatment is necessary.
Oct 23rd, 2025
Why Your Knee Pain Feels Worse in Hot Weather

Why Your Knee Pain Feels Worse in Hot Weather
Are your knees more accurate than the weather channel? If you feel pain and discomfort as temperatures rise, you’re not alone. Learn why weather changes can make pain worse—and what you can do about it.
Aug 5th, 2025
Is Your Shoulder Pain a Rotator Cuff Tear?

Is Your Shoulder Pain a Rotator Cuff Tear?
Is combing your hair or reaching out causing pain in your shoulder? Are you waking up at night to shoulder pain? Learn about the possible causes, including a rotator cuff tear, and available treatments.
Jul 6th, 2025
Is Knee Arthroscopy Right for Your Meniscus Tear?

Is Knee Arthroscopy Right for Your Meniscus Tear?
Traditional surgery involves a longer hospital stay, larger scars, and a higher risk of complications. But can a less invasive surgical procedure take its place? Let’s explore knee arthroscopy.
Jul 1st, 2025
How to Identify a Hip Labrum Tear

How to Identify a Hip Labrum Tear
Do you feel pain in your hip? Or perhaps hear a clicking noise when you're on the go? It could be a sign of a labrum tear—a tear in your hip cartilage. Learn more about the signs and the treatment options available.
May 31st, 2025

What is Visco-Supplementation?
Do you suffer from pain, aches, and stiffness in your joints? Learn how a simple injection can relieve your pain and improve your mobility.
May 31st, 2025

When Do I Need Revision Joint Replacement?
Joint replacements typically last 10 to 15 years—sometimes even less. Like your natural joints, prosthetics can undergo wear and tear and may eventually need to be replaced. Learn the signs that you may need a revision joint replacement.
May 8th, 2025
What Does Arthritis Pain Feel Like?

What Does Arthritis Pain Feel Like?
Do you often experience aches and pains in your joints and wonder what might be causing them? Read on to learn whether your symptoms could be a sign of arthritis.
May 5th, 2025

Small Habits to Help Maintain Joint Health
Have you ever wondered what differentiates people who remain active and pain-free as they age from those who experience pain and stiffness earlier in life? Read on to learn how to protect your joints and maintain your quality of life.
Apr 3rd, 2025
What to Expect After an ACL Surgery

What to Expect After an ACL Surgery
Recovering from an ACL tear? Unsure about the next steps? Read on to discover when surgery is necessary and what results you can expect following an ACL surgery. 
Feb 7th, 2025
Common Habits that Lead to Orthopedic Injuries

Common Habits that Lead to Orthopedic Injuries
You don’t need to experience a fall or break a bone to suffer an injury. Everyday habits can significantly stress your bones, joints, and tendons. Keep reading to learn how to protect yourself from common injuries.
Dec 15th, 2024
How to Manage Your Arthritic Pain at Work

How to Manage Your Arthritic Pain at Work
Struggling with back pain or aching wrists at work? You’re not alone—arthritis affects 1 in 5 U.S. adults. Learn strategies to ease your pain and stay productive on the job.
Dec 12th, 2024

How PRP Injections Can Help Your Joint Pain
Are you experiencing joint pain and concerned that pain medications only mask the symptoms? Learn more about a minimally invasive treatment that can relieve pain and support the regeneration of damaged joint tissues.
Nov 12th, 2024
Recognizing the Signs of Tendinitis

Recognizing the Signs of Tendinitis
Do you have pain, swelling, and stiffness in your tendons? Learn more about how overuse and repetitive movements can cause these symptoms and when to seek a medical provider.
Oct 2nd, 2024
Get Back in the Game After an ACL Tear

Get Back in the Game After an ACL Tear
Tearing your ACL can feel like a major setback. Recovery is somewhat lengthy, but with patience, persistence, and expert surgical reconstruction, you can bounce back and get back in the game. Find out how to plan for a total return.
Oct 1st, 2024

5 Tips to Speed Recovery from Knee Replacement Surgery
Recovering from knee replacement surgery can be daunting, but with the right approach, you can speed up healing and return to your regular routine faster. Find out how to ensure a smooth recovery following surgery.
Sep 19th, 2024

What is Hip Arthroscopy and When is It Needed?
Do you have sharp pain in your groin that is activity related or doesn’t go away? Learn more about a minimally invasive surgery that could be the solution to all your hip-related problems
Aug 12th, 2024
Wave Goodbye to Shoulder Pain With Arthroscopy

Wave Goodbye to Shoulder Pain With Arthroscopy

You’ve rested and iced, stretched and strengthened, massaged and medicated, but your shoulder still hurts. Sometimes, repair has to come from within. Here’s how minimally invasive arthroscopic surgery can get your shoulder moving again.
Jul 23rd, 2024
Am I a Candidate for a Hip Replacement?

Am I a Candidate for a Hip Replacement?
You’ve had trouble with your hip for some time now, and you’re wondering whether it’s time for a new one. Here are some great rules of thumb for hip replacement.
Jul 16th, 2024