Tips to Combat Arthritis this Winter

Tips to Combat Arthritis this Winter

People tell me all the time: “I don’t need to check the weather anymore, my joints tell me what’s coming.” And as winter approaches, I know I’m going to be hearing more and more of this. So why is it that arthritis sufferers tend to be impacted more during the colder, wetter months? The actualRead More…

Top Four Benefits of Orthopedic Dry Needling and Why you Should Consider it

Top Four Benefits of Orthopedic Dry Needling and Why you Should Consider it

Orthopedic dry needling is a modern therapeutic treatment technique that has been adopted by physical therapists and medical professionals to alleviate pain and improve muscle function. But despite its escalating popularity, I’m still surprised at how many people are unaware it even exists. What exactly is orthopedic dry needling? Orthopedic dry needling involves the insertionRead More…

Three Science-backed Reasons not to rely on Imaging for Orthopedic Surgery

Three Science-backed Reasons not to rely on Imaging for Orthopedic Surgery

Approximately 7 million people undergo an orthopedic surgery each year in the United States. Topping this list are elective procedures (meaning they are not life threatening or urgent) such as ACL reconstruction, total hip and knee replacements, arthroscopic surgery (meniscus repairs, shoulder decompression, etc), and spinal fusions. Now, what if I told you that of theRead More…

Why Cortisone Shots Often Fail in the Knee

Why Cortisone Shots Often Fail in the Knee

When you’ve got nagging, persistent knee pain, it’s common for doctors to recommend a cortisone shot. Cortisone shots, also known as corticosteroid injections, or “steroid shots”, work by reducing inflammation in your knee joint in an effort to alleviate pain. Sounds pretty straightforward, right? Well… not so fast. Assuming your knee pain is truly due to inflammation,Read More…

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