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You can do orthopedic exercises for yourself at home – and reduce your arthritis pain! The following exercises for arthritis help patients to become stronger and more flexible, while increasing endurance and balance. Resistance Training for Orthopedic Strength Stronger muscles can act as ‘shock absorbers’ for your joints (just like the shocks in a truck). […]
Many people with pain in the front of their knee spend months or years without a true diagnosis or treatment plan. Often they are pushed from doctor to doctor, and occasionally are even relegated to pain management. Most patients with pain in the front of the knee, or anterior knee pain, however, are active and […]
When patients suffer from a broken collarbone their injury is described as a clavicle fracture. This fracture is incredibly common and occurs among people of all ages.
This past June, The Louisiana Physical Therapy Association awarded local, board-certified orthopedic surgeon Meredith Warner, the highly distinguished honor of The Friends of PT Award for the Access to physical therapy initiative. This award is given to those who have made conscious and significant contributions to the overall profession of physical therapy in the state […]
The best way to maintain healthy and strong knees is to exercise. Strengthening the muscles act to support the knees can help reduce stress on the knee joint. Strong quadriceps and hamstrings help your knees absorb shock. Stretching these muscles are important as well. Strengthening these muscles can support the knee but can tighten the […]
Arthroscopy is a method of surgery used to view the joint using a small camera. It gives doctors a clear view of the inside of the knee joint. Through the technology of fiber optics a physician is able to diagnose and treat knee problems. The treatment typically involves small instrumentation also inserted into the knee.
Muscle contusions (bruise) are common in athletes but also in everyday people. In fact, are the second most common cause of sports injuries. Contusions typically heal quickly without forcing the athlete to take extensive time off. However, severe contusions can cause deep tissue damage and keep them out of the game for months.
What we eat everyday affects your skin in more ways than one! Additionally, many people do not realize that your overall health and your skin are closely related. Eating bad foods such as items with too much sugar or even fast food can really wreak havoc on your skin. For example, sugar has been proven […]
Meniscal tears are a frequent cause of knee pain, swelling and instability. Meniscus tears are common among athletes but also occurs in less active people. People who play contact sports are most at risk for meniscus tears, but anyone can suffer from a tear regardless of their age or activity level. In fact, MRI studies […]
Plantar fasciitis affects over 2 million people a year and is thought to be the most common cause of pain in the inferior heel. If left untreated plantar fasciitis can become a disabling long-term condition. Plantar fasciitis affects a patient’s level of activity and affect mobility. The natural history of plantar fasciitis can mean pain […]
