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Orthopedic Surgery

Torn Knee Ligament Treatment Methods

Ligaments are bands of connective tissue that support and stabilize the movement in joints. There are four main ligaments in the knee. All of them are prone to injury due to physical overexertion and medical conditions. If these ligaments are damaged and torn, the knee becomes unstable and damaged, rendering it unable to perform simple… 

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Recovery After Hip Replacement Surgery

The hips are an integral part of your ability to stand and move around. It’s no wonder that it’s a common location for osteoarthritis to set in since your hip is in motion frequently. Not to mention, it’s a weight-bearing joint, which means it takes a lot of pressure on a daily basis. If this… 

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Types of Hip Replacement Surgery

Having a hip replacement involves the removal of the damaged or diseased portion of the hip joint, and replacing it with a prosthetic hip. This can be done for patients with hip fractures, but it is even more frequently done for patients with hip arthritis. This procedure enables those with hip arthritis to finally enjoy… 

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Managing Pain After Orthopedic Surgery

After a surgical procedure, pain is expected.. Luckily, our surgeon at Midwest Orthopedics helps you manage your pain immediately following your procedure and throughout your recovery. The amount of pain you have after a procedure depends on the type of procedure you went through. You may experience pain after surgery because of tissue damage from… 

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Do Orthopedic Surgeons Always Recommend Surgery?

If you have a musculoskeletal condition and are looking for specialized medical care for an evaluation and treatment, you may have concerns that an orthopedic surgeon’s only treatment solution is surgery. In fact, surgery is recommended only when other more conservative treatments have failed to work successfully. Orthopedic surgeons are dedicated to the diagnosis, treatment,… 

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Reasons For Seeing an Orthopedic Doctor

An orthopedic doctor treats issues that are specific to the musculoskeletal system. If you have aches and pains related to the tendons, ligaments, bones, or muscles in your body, you should see an orthopedic physician for treatment. Here are some of the most common reasons why people see orthopedic doctors. Unexplained Pain Feeling pain here… 

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What to Expect from Orthopedic Physical Therapy

The purpose of physical therapy is to address pain or disability issues. Specifically, an orthopedic physical therapist addresses musculoskeletal pain and/or loss of mobility that’s associated with an injury or recovering from surgery. An orthopedic physical therapist assists patients in working through exercises and movements that will help them regain strength, flexibility, and range of… 

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Most Common Types of Orthopedic Surgeries

If you have a musculoskeletal injury, or if you are experiencing pain in your bones, muscles, or joints, then it may be time to seek the expertise of an orthopedic doctor. Orthopedists specialize in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of a wide range of musculoskeletal issues, including fractures, torn ligaments and tendons, joint problems, and… 

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An overview of orthopaedic and sports medicine

Orthopaedic medicine is a specialty in medicine that focuses on the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of musculoskeletal disorders and injuries. Physicians who specialize in orthopaedic medicine are called orthopaedic doctors or surgeons. But wait…what about sports medicine? Don’t sports medicine practitioners also specialize in orthopaedic injuries? The answer is yes and no. Orthopaedic doctors and… 

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Preparing for Joint Replacement Surgery

Having a fairly substantial operation like joint replacement surgery can seem overwhelming. What will help you feel like you have some semblance of control is to prepare ahead of time, so you can minimize your anxiety before the surgery and actually have things ready for your recuperation afterward. If you’re considering or anticipating having a… 

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