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If you’re suffering from osteoarthritis, should you still exercise? The simplest answer is yes—osteoarthritis is no excuse to skip exercise—but things aren’t always simple and there are some caveats. Osteoarthritis can be painful and even debilitating, but exercise is important for overall health and wellbeing—arthritis or not. In fact, exercise can be an important factor …
Hallux rigidus is a form of degenerative arthritis of the great toe. It refers to a stiff or frozen big toe that causes pain or is unable to bend. Hallux Rigidus may also be referred to as Hallux Limitus, turf toe or simply a stiff big toe. There is no singular cause for hallux rigidus, …
Joint replacement surgery has been transforming patients’ lives for decades, and the ever-increasing advancements of techniques such as robotic-assisted surgery have made improved mobility more achievable than ever. Traditional, or conventional, joint replacement surgery involves an open procedure during which the damaged areas of the joint are replaced with artificial materials such as specialized plastic, …
Shoulder labrum tears are common injuries involving the shoulder joint which can be a source of pain, as well as difficulty in performing certain activities. The labrum is a thick, cup-shaped piece of fibrocartilage which lines and reinforces the shoulder socket, giving the joint more stability to stay in place. The function of the labrum …
Diagnosing a rotator cuff tear involves a physical examination by your doctor during which muscle strength and range of motion will be evaluated. History of the injury and progression of pain will be noted, as well as tenderness and any deformity that may be present. Your doctor may recommend diagnostic testing to confirm a rotator …
