Orthopedics
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Top 5 Ways to Support Bone Health
Half of all women age 50 or older will break a bone because of osteoporosis, a disease that weakens bones and makes them brittle.
Why Do People Get Shorter as They Age?
A little age-related height loss is both normal and common. In fact, nearly 80 percent of people will shrink an inch or two as they age.
Low Back Pain vs. Sciatica: What’s the Difference?
It can be easy to confuse the two conditions because they share many of the same symptoms.
How to Care for Your Cast
When properly cared for, a cast speeds healing of bones and soft tissue. Here are some tips to make your recovery as healthy and comfortable as possible.
Tips for Managing Neck and Back Pain
Low back and neck pain is often a result of strained muscles that support the spine. Learn about treatment, prevention and when to call a specialist.
Heavy Backpack? Here’s How Kids Can Lighten the Load
Overloaded backpacks place stress on muscles and soft tissues, causing fatigue and strain and increasing the risk of neck, shoulder and back injuries. Learn more.
Is the Pain in Your Hand Carpal Tunnel or Arthritis?
While there are some common overlapping symptoms, the two conditions are vastly different. An orthopedic hand surgeon explains more.
Early Diagnosis of Girl’s Hip Dysplasia Is Key To Treatment Success
When Sawyer started to walk, her mother noticed a slight limp in her step. An X-ray revealed Sawyer had developmental dysplasia of the hip, a condition in which the ball part of the hip joint is partially or completely out of the socket.