Staying Safe on the Road
Car accidents are an incredibly common cause of orthopedic injuries. The severity of any injuries experienced will of course be dependent on the accident itself, and each patient with trauma resulting from a car crash will require treatment unique to their condition.
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Weightlifting: Strength or Stamina
Lifting weights is a fantastic activity for many reasons. When done correctly and with consistency it can help you to build stronger muscles and to develop your muscular endurance. This can be useful and desirable for an extensive range of reasons, and can be especially useful for those looking to enhance their health and physical appearance.
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When to Call the Bone Doctor
The human body is unarguably a very complex thing, with many different internal structures and systems that all work in synchronisation with each other. When a problem presents in one part of the body, it can soon cause trouble in one or more other areas. This can make the process of understanding and fixing the issue to be as complicated as the body itself!
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Recovering from an Auto Accident
One of the first things on your mind following an auto accident can often be in regards to your vehicle! With insurance claims to file and the potential need to find a replacement vehicle, your health can actually be knocked near to the bottom of your list of priorities. However, as with every other part of life - your health should always be your main concern!
Common Car Accident Injuries
When a car accident happens there is no way to predict exactly what kinds of injuries those involved might sustain. In some fortunate instances everyone might walk away from the accident unscathed, but this is sadly not always the case!
Understanding and Avoiding Runners Knee
Chondromalacia patellae is a condition often referred to as “runner’s knee”. This is where the cartilage located just on the underside of the kneecap (or patella) has deteriorated due to overuse or misalignment, causing strain on the joint. The knee joint feels as though it is grinding when in use. A big problem with developing this condition is that it causes pain that cannot be relieved through rest alone.
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Tennis Elbow Diagnosis and Treatment
The medical term for tennis elbow is lateral epicondylitis. This is a condition that will initially present as pain in the lateral part of the elbow. This is usually characterised as a sharp pain and will impact the patients quality of life as it can affect even the simplest of tasks. Not only will the patient struggle with pain, but they can also experience a weakened grip which also makes simple tasks more difficult. Tennis elbow is a very common orthopedic problem that healthcare professionals will treat regularly.
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Common Injuries from Auto Accidents
According to statistics collected by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), there are over three million people in America every year who suffer an auto accident injury!
Auto Injury Aftercare
Car accidents are an unfortunate but inevitable part of life! With so many drivers on the roads and the existence of certain risk factors, there is no way to prevent them entirely.
Why is it Vital to See an Auto Injury Specialist?
It is unfortunate, but it can happen to anyone! Car accidents take place every day for a wide variety of reasons as the roads can be dangerous places to be, especially during adverse weather conditions.
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