First times at anything can be nerve-racking, especially when visiting a new orthopedic doctor. The first orthopedic appointment typically involves an evaluation of your medical history. You can also expect physical tests and diagnostic examinations. You don’t need to study for any of these tests, but it won’t hurt to prepare for the appointment, nonetheless.
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5 Facts About Foot and Ankle Surgeries
Did you know that wellness literally starts from the ground up? Your feet—each consisting of 26 bones, 33 joints, and over 100 ligaments, muscles, and tendons— are extraordinarily complex structures serving as the foundation of support for your entire body. That is why keeping them healthy is crucial if you want to maintain an active
Read MoreLow Back Pain Treatment Options from Experts
If you suffer from lower back pain, you are one of the 80% of Americans who experience this issue at some point in their lifetime. Low back pain is most common in adults who are age 30 and older, and it is the most common cause of missed workdays worldwide. Most low back pain is
Read MoreHow to Get Back on Your Feet After Foot Surgery
Having foot surgery is ironically debilitating for a short while, because it causes you to lose all or almost all use of your foot briefly while it heals after the operation. If your other foot is healthy, you will be able to continue getting around with the help of crutches or a cane, but you
Read MoreExercises Orthopedic Surgeons Commonly Recommend for Avid Runners
If you’re one of the many people who consider running the most enjoyable form of exercise, you will see huge gains in incorporating strength-training exercises into your routine. Strength training is a crucial component of your roadwork, as it helps improve your muscles’ flexibility and your joints’ range of motion, thereby enhancing your power, stability,
Read MoreFoot and Ankle Surgery: Post-Surgery Care Tips
Regardless of why you’re having a foot or ankle surgery, you’ll want to know how to take good care of the area in order to achieve your desired treatment outcome. It’s quite easy to strictly follow your foot surgeon’s instructions during the first few days after your procedure. However, it can eventually get difficult to
Read More3 Reasons to Seek a Second Opinion from an Orthopedic Doctor
Did you know that you don’t necessarily have to accept the first diagnosis you receive? Whether you’ve just been diagnosed with a musculoskeletal condition that is complex or you haven’t quite heard of, or you’ve been told you need invasive surgery, the next logical step is to seek a second opinion from an orthopedic specialist.
Read MoreWorkout Tips for Shoulder Pain
Shoulder pain can hinder you from performing everything – from daily chores to driving, from work duties to exercising. The pain can be caused by various factors, like a sports injury, overuse, or even the way you sleep. Fortunately, there are a number of exercises and stretches you can perform to prevent and relieve shoulder
Read MoreScoliosis Treatment Options
Scoliosis is a back condition in which the spine is shaped in ways other than straight when you are standing up. It is most commonly diagnosed in children, but it can also be first diagnosed in adults. When scoliosis is diagnosed in an adult, it is usually either because it was simply never detected at
Read MoreTop Tips for Cold Weather Foot Care
With fall upon us and winter close behind, gone are the days of bare feet and flip flops. With the onset of cooler weather, it’s important to keep your feet safe from the elements – rain, snow, ice, and freezing temperatures. According to Marc Lipton, DPM, a podiatrist with Orthopaedic Associates of Central Maryland (OACM),
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