Sciatica pain is often described as radiating pain that goes from the lower back down into the leg. It usually affects only one side of the body and is commonly caused by either a herniated disc or spinal stenosis, a narrowing of the spinal canal. The herniated disc can press against the lumbar nerve root,
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Cervical Spine Fusions
Will the metal detectors go off when I walk through airport security? That’s a question I often get from patients who are contemplating spine fusion surgery. It’s not an unreasonable question, as fusion usually involves placing metal plates, screws, and cages. The answer to this question is: “No.” But I do always use the opportunity
Read MoreIs Your Knee Hurting? Simple Tricks for Quick Relief
There are many possible causes of knee pain. It could be due to overuse, injury, or arthritis. When your knee is hurting, there are simple things you can do for quick relief. However, keep in mind that these tips should not substitute a visit to the doctor. If your knee symptoms persist, make an appointment
Read MoreDo Torn Rotator Cuffs Need Surgery?
The rotator cuff is a group of muscles and tendons in your shoulder that keeps it stable and allows the arm its lifting and rotating ability. The rotator cuff can tear partially or completely (also referred to as a full-thickness tear) due to injury, overuse, wear-and-tear, and tendon degeneration. A torn rotator cuff can be
Read MoreWHEN TO SEE AN ORTHOPEDIST FOR FOOT PAIN
Your feet take a lot of daily stress and strain from standing, walking, running, and other activities. Considering that your lower extremities carry the weight of your upper body, it’s only understandable that most of us experience temporary foot pain from time to time. However, when foot pain becomes an ongoing problem, it may require
Read MoreUnderstand the Process of Foot Surgery
It is estimated that as many as 75% of Americans will experience foot health problems of varying degrees of severity at some point in their lives. Some cases will be minor, requiring simple self-care steps to eliminate pain or a superficial infection, while others will warrant foot surgery to correct serious orthopedic issues or deformities
Read MoreIs Foot Surgery Right For You?
When foot pain or poor foot function interfere with your job, day-to-day living, and leisure activities, it may be time to consider foot surgery. In Columbia, Maryland, our foot doctors at Orthopaedic Associates of Central Maryland diagnose and treat patients with a wide scope of podiatric issues using conservative and surgical treatments. Let’s discuss when
Read MoreSports Injuries: How to Heal Them
Regardless of the sport you play, you run the risk of injury. Soft tissue, connective tissue, bone–all may be damaged by impact, repetitive motion, and the strain posed by insufficient warm-ups and poor physical condition. Let’s talk about some common sports injuries and what you can do to heal them. Prepare And Prevent Orthopaedic doctors
Read MoreCommon Spinal Stenosis Symptoms to Beware Of
Your spine is not immune to the effects of aging. For instance, as you get older, you can become vulnerable to spinal stenosis, which happens when the spaces between the spine narrow. Spinal stenosis can affect any part of the spine, but it commonly occurs in the lower back (lumbar canal stenosis) and neck (cervical
Read More5 Tips for Healthy Joints
It’s easy to take your joints for granted until you experience severe symptoms. Unfortunately, ignoring symptoms for too long can be detrimental to the long-term health of your joints, which can eventually lead to the need for surgery. Orthopedic doctors don’t want you to go through the suffering of joint problems. At the Orthopaedic Associates
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