As a joint that experiences a lot of use, the knee is vulnerable to many injuries and degenerative diseases. Knee bursitis and knee arthritis are two conditions that can affect this important joint and limit your movement. Both conditions share similar symptoms, but there are some key differences. Here’s what you should know about each…
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Initial Exercises After Knee Arthroscopy
After knee arthroscopy, patients can expect less pain and a faster recovery period. However, you have to be committed to your rehabilitation program. Exercises are part of rehabilitation and should begin soon after knee arthroscopy to build strength and restore mobility to the knee. Exercise programs are tailored to the patients’ needs. If you are…
Knee Replacement Surgery: What Long-Term Care Looks Like
Knee replacement surgery is a major operation. If you are a candidate for knee replacement, it is important to take the necessary steps to prepare for the actual surgery and life after it. Recovery is different for everyone, but it typically takes six weeks to return to daily activities. As early as now, you can…
How to Know if You Have a Sprained Wrist
A sprain in the wrist occurs when its ligaments—the strong bands of fibrous tissue that connect bones to one another within its three joints—get overstretched or torn. Wrist sprains are quite common among athletes, particularly those who participate in sports that involve repetitive hand movement (e.g., tennis and boxing) and those associated with increased risk…
Benefits of Physical Therapy for Hip Arthritis
Arthritis can strike at any joint, and the hips are no exception. The pain can range from mild stiffness to debilitating pain that prevents you from getting up. Since hip arthritis is a progressive condition, it’s best to seek immediate treatment. Your doctor may recommend several options, including physical therapy. What is Physical Therapy? Physical…