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No task in our day-to-day life can be done without needing our hands – and, of course, wrists. Everyday activities sometimes can cause pain in the hand and wrist, but this pain resulting from overuse of hands for everyday activities should subside with rest. However, if your wrist and hand pain is not improving and…
Even though scary, knee surgery can provide you with relief from a myriad of symptoms that interfere with your daily routine tasks and for which nonsurgical treatments are not enough. Many things can warrant knee surgery, including osteoarthritis of the knees, gradual wear and tear of the knee joint, knee disease, and trauma to the…
Not long ago, people used to be afraid of getting under the knife, primarily because of the large incisions made during open surgery. Thanks to the advancement in technology, it’s now possible to have a surgical procedure done by making tiny incisions of one to two inches. This is named arthroscopy – a minimally invasive…
Bursitis of the elbow, also known as olecranon bursitis, is a painful condition that can make it very hard for you to use your elbow like you usually can. In elbow bursitis, a fluid-filled saccushions your elbow joint gets irritated or inflamed. Inflammation of the olecranon (elbow) bursa can occur for many reasons, including repetitive…
Arthroscopic knee surgery is a minimally invasive surgical procedure used to diagnose and treat problems with the knee joint. The most common reason for arthroscopic knee surgery is to repair a torn meniscus, but it can also be used to treat other conditions such as arthritis or ligament damage. Here are 5 tips for successful…
Wrist pain is a common problem that can be caused by a variety of factors, including injury, arthritis, and repetitive stress. There are many things you can do at home to relieve wrist pain and prevent further damage. Below are some of the things you can do to relieve wrist pain. Remember, if your symptoms…
If you are one of the many people who suffer from hand pain, you know how frustrating it can be, as you use your hands heavily throughout the day. The good news is that there are some things you can do to relieve the pain. In this article, we give you 5 tips for relieving…
A knee replacement is a procedure to replace a damaged knee joint. There are many factors doctors consider before making a recommendation for a knee replacement. First, you have to be generally healthy, independent, and mobile. For instance, some people with diabetes may not be good candidates for this type of surgery because they can…
There is much debate surrounding the treatment of a torn ACL, with some believing that surgery is always necessary and others asserting that it can be avoided in certain cases. The truth likely lies somewhere in the middle. While there are some instances where non-surgical treatment may be effective, such as when the tear is…
The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is located in the knee, connecting the thigh bone and tibia and helping keep the joint stabilized. The ACL can be torn if there is a sudden change in direction or speed, or if a direct blow is sustained to the knee. This type of injury most commonly occurs during…
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