Spine & Orthopedics Blog
Is A Bulging Disc Causing You Neck Pain?
Published on October 25, 2019 by Kevin James
The bones in a person’s neck, known as the cervical vertebrae, are probably the most crucial set of bones in a person’s body. From holding up a person’s head to allowing them to swivel 180 degrees, these bones perform a Read More…
Does Your Ankle Give Out Easily? You May Have Chronic Ankle Instability
Published on August 15, 2019 by Kevin James
Do you ever feel like your ankles give out too often? Are you experiencing suspicious ankle pain and tenderness? If yes, then you may have chronic ankle instability. People with chronic ankle instability usually have ankles that give out when Read More…
Trying to Improve Your Posture? Remember These 3 Key Tips
Published on July 12, 2019 by Kevin James
In today’s technology-driven age, we are constantly hunching over our laptops, mobile phones, and tech gadgets. But what we don’t realize is that not maintaining good posture can lead to a plethora of physical issues from neck pain to chronic Read More…
A Torn Rotator Cuff Requires Care
Published on June 14, 2019 by Kevin James
A rotator cuff tear is a common injury, usually diagnosed among people who play sports such as tennis or basketball. It is also diagnosed among people who have physically strenuous jobs. The condition occurs as a result of wear and Read More…
Have You Experienced a Meniscus Tear in Your Knee?
Published on May 3, 2019 by Kevin James
What Is The Meniscus? There is a piece of cartilage that acts as a cushion for your femur (thighbone) and your tibia (shinbone). This piece of cartilage is known as the meniscus. Unfortunately, the meniscus is prone to tearing from Read More…
What Does Neck Pain Mean?
Published on April 10, 2019 by Kevin James
The neck, also known as the cervical spine, is the coordination of a network of bones, muscles, nerves, and joints, instructed by the spinal cord and the brain. It is meant for nerve communication and gives strength and stability to Read More…
Treatment of Degenerative Scoliosis
Published on March 1, 2019 by Kevin James
Degenerative Scoliosis, also known as Adult Onset Scoliosis, is a medical condition characterized by the side-to-side curvature of the spine. The curvature itself occurs as the result of the degeneration in the intervertebral discs and the facet joints. These parts Read More…
Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery May Be the Solution You Need
Published on February 21, 2019 by Kevin James
Does a chronic backache prevent you from leading a pain-free life? Have spinal exercises and medication been of no use? If yes, maybe it’s time you considered a spinal surgery. Spinal surgery is performed in order to relieve the pressure Read More…
How Can I Tell If My Ankle Is Broken?
Published on January 25, 2019 by Kevin James
There are three bones make up the ankle joint. The tibia, also known as the shinbone, the fibula, which is the smaller bone of the lower leg, and the Talus, which is a small bone that sits between the heel Read More…
What is a Rotator Cuff?
Published on November 30, 2018 by Kevin James
A rotator cuff is made up of a group of muscles and tendons that help move and stabilize the shoulder joint, by keeping the head of your upper arm bone firmly within the socket of the shoulder. Any sort of Read More…