If you’re a pitcher, your shoulder is vital to staying in the game. However, if you’re not careful, shoulder injuries can happen, keeping you on the bench. Read more to learn what you need to know about your shoulder health when you’re a pitcher.
When you think of platelets, blood clotting for cuts and injuries probably crosses your mind. However, there are more to platelets than just that. Keep reading to learn how platelets are utilized in other ways.
You use your arms a lot during the day, and if you’re not careful, overuse of your forearms can lead to a painful condition called tennis elbow. Keep reading to learn how you can effectively prevent the pain of tennis elbow from starting.
Knee replacement surgery is a big deal — and preparing for it is just as important. Recovery after the procedure is vital, and preparation is needed beforehand. Keep reading to learn how to prepare yourself and your home for post-surgical recovery.
Your shoulders are a vital part of your life — so when an injury strikes, it’s devastating. Rotator cuff tears are common shoulder injuries but they can be prevented. Keep reading to learn how you can effectively prevent a rotator cuff tear.
Knee pain can limit your ability to walk, perform daily tasks, and climb stairs. Total knee replacements can restore the function of your knee and return your freedom. Here are five signs that surgery is right for you.
For Brandon Downs, MD, FAAOS, the path to medicine was blazed early on. The Nashville native and founder of Orthopaedic Specialists didn't hesitate to follow in the footsteps of his father and grandfather - both local physicians.
Spinal stenosis can be a confusing diagnosis, but understanding what it is and why it happens may help as you navigate treatment decisions. In this post we discuss the four most common causes of spinal stenosis.
Bone Marrow Therapy: If you suffer from moderate to severe osteoarthritis or tendon injuries, Bone Marrow Concentrate Therapy could be an option for you. Bone marrow is the soft spongy tissue that is found in the center of your bones.
PRP Treatment – If you have a tendon or ligament injury, or mild to moderate osteoarthritis and traditional methods have not provided relief, then Platelet Rich Plasma, also known as PRP therapy, may be the solution.
Osgood Schlatter Disease: While it is completely normal for those who are older to experience knee pain or even athletes who put a lot of stress on their knees; however, it is important to keep a close watch on the level of knee pain that youth experience.
Total Knee Replacement Nashville TN: Total knee replacement is a common surgery especially for elderly patients.
The shoulder is the most flexible joint in your body. This also means that it is more susceptible to strains, breaks, dislocations, and other injuries.
One of the most common types of injuries athletes experience are injuries relating to overuse of one particular body part.
What is a rotator cuff? Shoulder injuries are some of the most common injuries among athletes and workers who tend to do a lot of arm movement in their jobs. Many times these injuries includes damage to the rotator cuff.
Started by Madison Academy, the Neely’s Bend 5k race is in its sixth year. On April 22, starting at 1:30 pm, they will host the run at the beautiful Peeler Park in Madison, TN.
When is it time to see a Doctor? Hip pain is something that can be serious and deciding when it is time to see a doctor especially if you know you have arthritis in your hip can be difficult.
Any surgery requires a lot of work and preparation in order to insure that everything goes as smoothly as possible. During the surgery, the doctor and his team handle everything.
As the rise in children playing sports has increased over recent years and the competitive nature in turn, there’s also been a rise in overuse injuries among children.
When to Seek Medical Care? Pain in the neck can be one of the most frustrating things.
Back pain can be one of the most consistent and annoying pains that can occur at any time in your life. While it’s nearly impossible to prevent back pain all the time, there are some steps to take to prevent it most of the time.
Basketball is one of the most popular sports behind football, and like football there is no shortage of injuries during the sport.
When you were younger, your parents may have coaxed you to “drink your milk, so you can grow big and strong.” As we age, we tend to forget that our bones still need to be kept strong and healthy.
Anterior knee pain is one of the most common issues in older adults. Due to the increase of arthritis as we age, the condition that affects active teenagers and young adults who participate in sports, especially girls.
When many think about having the right athletic shoe, they think about whether it fits, whether it matches their wardrobe, or is appropriate for an occasion, but having the right shoe, especially the right athletic takes more consideration.
With more than 300 bones and joints in your body, it’s almost a fact of life that nearly everyone will have pain and discomfort in them at some point.
As we get older, knee problems seem inevitable. The knee is one of the most common body parts to experience injury or overuse and becomes a popular source of pain and discomfort.
Ever heard of the 3 Stages of Frozen Shoulder? If you haven’t heard of it, it is exactly as the name suggests – your shoulder becomes “frozen” due to pain and stiffness.
Tennis Elbow (Lateral Epicondylitis) is a condition caused by overusing the elbow.
Knee pain can be debilitating, hinder your movement, and make even regular activities that you used to enjoy a chore.
