Orthopedics & Sports Medicine Archives

An older woman having her hand and wrist examined by an orthopedist because of pain.

Orthopedics & Sports Medicine Pain Management

Dealing with Hand and Wrist Pain? Here’s What’s Going On—and What Helps

Hand and wrist pain are common and can affect people at any age. The pain may show up as stiffness, numbness, swelling or sharp aches. Knowing the cause helps you choose the right treatment and get back to your daily...

October 22, 2025

5 min read

A senior woman stretching her leg alongside her female physical therapist.

Health & Wellness Orthopedics & Sports Medicine Pain Management

Regaining Mobility After Knee Surgery: Recovery Tips for Seniors

Knee surgery can feel like a major life event, but it’s also a significant step toward a more active and pain-free life. Whether you’ve had a total knee replacement or another procedure, the journey to...

October 13, 2025

5 min read

A female athlete who is on the floor, grabbing her leg in pain, with her coach helping her.

Diseases & Conditions Orthopedics & Sports Medicine Pain Management

Understanding the Early Signs of Rhabdomyolysis

Rhabdomyolysis, often called “rhabdo,” is a serious medical condition where muscle tissue breaks down and releases certain substances into the bloodstream. This can overwhelm your kidneys and lead to...

October 7, 2025

5 min read

An older man standing in his living room, clutching his hip in pain while leaning on his cane.

Health & Wellness Orthopedics & Sports Medicine Pain Management

When Is It Time for Hip Surgery? Signs Patients Shouldn’t Ignore

As we age, everyday activities like walking, climbing stairs or even standing up from a chair can start to feel more difficult. While occasional aches and stiffness are a normal part of getting older, persistent hip...

October 1, 2025

5 min read

An up close image of a man's foot with his hand stretching it, while standing on a sports track.

Health & Wellness Orthopedics & Sports Medicine

Turf Toe Injury: Why It Happens and What to Do About It

If you’ve been hearing the term turf toe in sports news lately, that’s because it’s a fairly common injury in football and other field sports. Turf toe develops most often in athletes who push off their toes...

September 30, 2025

6 min read

Two surgeons in the operating room, conducting robotic knee replacement surgery.

Health & Wellness Orthopedics & Sports Medicine Pain Management

Robotic Knee Replacement Surgery for Seniors Improves Comfort, Function and Satisfaction

Knee pain is one of the most common reasons older adults lose mobility and independence. For many seniors, arthritis and cartilage loss make everyday tasks like walking, climbing stairs or even sleeping painful and...

September 23, 2025

4 min read

An older woman in her home, exercising on a yoga mat with her hands out in front of her.

Health & Wellness Orthopedics & Sports Medicine

Otago Exercise Program: Proven Fall Prevention Exercises for Seniors

Nearly one in four older adults experiences a fall each year, but most don’t realize that targeted exercises can dramatically lower that risk. Maintaining strength and balance is key to staying active, independent and...

September 22, 2025

5 min read

A girl having her spine examined for scoliosis by a orthopedist in a medical office.

Children’s Health Orthopedics & Sports Medicine

HEALTH Yeah! Episode 19: Pediatric Scoliosis 101

Scoliosis affects millions of people in the United States, and yet there are several misconceptions surrounding this condition, where the spine develops an abnormal sideways curvature. In this episode of HEALTH Yeah...

September 15, 2025

22 min read

A group of elementary aged students standing in line at school, wearing their backpacks.

Children’s Health Health & Wellness Orthopedics & Sports Medicine

Heavy Backpacks and Kids: Orthopedic Risks and How to Prevent Them

It’s a common sight: children heading to school with backpacks that look almost as big as they are. About 90 percent of U.S. children carry a backpack to school each day, and many exceed the safe, recommended weight. In...

September 12, 2025

5 min read

A woman walking outdoors, with greenery behind her, wearing a weighted vest.

Health & Wellness Orthopedics & Sports Medicine Women's Health

Weighted Vests for Women: Benefits, Safety and How to Start

Weighted vests are gaining popularity among women as a versatile tool to enhance workouts, improve bone health, and support overall fitness goals. Weighted vests are another modality, like free weights, therapy...

August 5, 2025

2 min read

Topic: Orthopedics & Sports Medicine

Dealing with Hand and Wrist Pain? Here’s What’s Going On—and What Helps

Regaining Mobility After Knee Surgery: Recovery Tips for Seniors

Understanding the Early Signs of Rhabdomyolysis

When Is It Time for Hip Surgery? Signs Patients Shouldn’t Ignore

Turf Toe Injury: Why It Happens and What to Do About It

Robotic Knee Replacement Surgery for Seniors Improves Comfort, Function and Satisfaction

Otago Exercise Program: Proven Fall Prevention Exercises for Seniors

HEALTH Yeah! Episode 19: Pediatric Scoliosis 101

Heavy Backpacks and Kids: Orthopedic Risks and How to Prevent Them

Weighted Vests for Women: Benefits, Safety and How to Start

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