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General Orthopedics
5 Common Types of Shoulder Pain
5 Common Types of Shoulder Pain
Did you know that what you think of as the shoulder (the glenohumeral joint) is just one aspect of a larger joint structure? Or that it is the most mobile joint of the body, capable of motion in all three planes of movement: sagittal (front to back), transverse (side-to-side) and longitudinal (up and down)? The point is, the shoulder is a complex joint. With that complexity and mobility comes the potential for problems…painful problems. The shoulder is subject to a number of orthopedic
Proper Posture With Dr. Rao
Proper Posture With Dr. Rao
In the age of computers, smartphones, desk jobs and long commutes, there have never been more obstacles to maintaining proper posture than there are today. From anterior pelvic tilt to text neck, there are so many things that can go wrong with the way we sit, stand and move. Poor posture can lead to movement inefficiency, muscle imbalance, back pain, neck pain and even headaches. Luckily, the basics of good posture never really change. You just have to apply them in more situations, like when
Tips to Prevent Low Back Pain With Dr. Oza
Tips to Prevent Low Back Pain With Dr. Oza
It may seem strange or counterintuitive that you have to strengthen your front in order to strengthen your back, but it’s true. I may be simplifying things a little to make a point, but the abdominal muscles are incredibly important in keeping your lower back safe and pain-free. Lower back pain is one of the most common causes of disability in the U.S. and the world. People with chronic low back pain are more frequently depressed, sleep poorly and are more likely to be unemployed or on
Understanding Osteoarthritis of the Knee With Dr. Mirsky
Understanding Osteoarthritis of the Knee With Dr. Mirsky
Whether you're on the field, on the court, or just pounding the pavement, osteoarthritis of the knee can make it difficult to live an active lifestyle. Knee pain can strike anyone at any time, and one of the most common causes of knee pain is osteoarthritis. There are many types of arthritis, but osteoarthritis is the most common. Osteoarthritis can, and does, affect many joints in the body. However, the knee is the joint which is most commonly affected. Osteoarthritis is literally a
Preserving Your Lower Back with Dr. Ibarbia
Preserving Your Lower Back with Dr. Ibarbia
Most people think six-pack abs when they hear the term “core,” but it actually encompasses much more than just your stomach muscles. In fact, one of the biggest aspects of core strength is your lower back, also known as your lumbar spine. Unfortunately, an emphasis on abs leads to many people’s lower backs being weak, and that’s a recipe for injury and disability. Worse than that, many people don’t do anything for their core at all, leaving their whole trunk weakened. In that condition, if
