You get out of bed, put your foot on the floor, and the first few steps feel like stepping on a tack. It eases up after you walk around, then comes back after you sit for a while. You have stretched, bought better shoes, maybe tried inserts. Months later, the heel still hurts. If that
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Diabetes Care Is a Team Effort: Why Your Foot Doctor Asks About Your Eyes
You came in about a callus. Dr. Lipton checks your feet, trims what needs trimming, and then asks something you did not expect: “When was your last dilated eye exam?” It can feel like a question for a different office. It is not. November is American Diabetes Month. If you live with diabetes, your podiatrist
Read MoreWho Is the PA at Your Orthopedic Visit? What Physician Assistants and Nurse Practitioners Do at OACM
You booked the appointment to see the surgeon. The person who walks in, examines your shoulder, orders the X-ray, reads it with you, and lays out the plan has “PA-C” after their name: an orthopedic physician assistant. It is a fair moment to wonder who you are talking to and whether you are getting the
Read MorePrehab and Rehab: Why Physical Therapy Starts Before Surgery, Not After
Your knee replacement is on the calendar. Six weeks out. You have the pre-op checklist, a list of medications to stop, and a ride arranged for the morning of. What you may not have is a plan for the six weeks in between. Prehab before knee replacement is that plan, and it matters more than
Read MoreScoliosis Awareness Month: What Maryland Families Should Actually Know
You’re standing behind your 13-year-old in line for ice cream, and her tank-top strap is sitting noticeably lower on one side. Or you’re walking behind your dad on a beach trip and notice his back has started to lean a little to the right. You’re not sure if you’re seeing something — or just noticing
Read MoreLow Back Pain in Central Maryland: When “I Slept Wrong” Becomes Something More
You wake up, swing your legs over the side of the bed, and your low back catches before your feet even hit the floor. You tell yourself you slept wrong. Then a week goes by. Then six. The ache has started to follow you down the stairs, into the car, and out into the yard.
Read MoreHow Orthopedic Spine Specialists and Physical Therapists Work Together to Alleviate Back Pain
In short: Understanding Spine Doctors: These doctors are specially trained to find and treat problems with the spine. Treatment Choices: Most people start with simple treatments, but surgery is an option for more serious cases. Healing and Long-Term Back Care: Good spine care needs teamwork between doctors and physical therapists to help you recover.
Read MoreFinding an Orthopedic Surgeon That Specializes in Shoulder Revision
Orthopedic surgeons specializing in shoulders provide essential care for complex revision procedures. These specialists handle cases where initial treatments have not achieved the desired results. Patients often need revision surgery when their first shoulder procedure fails to restore proper function. Shoulder revision surgery requires specialized training and advanced expertise. Not every orthopedic surgeon performs these
Read MoreCan Smoking Affect Surgery? Here’s What You Need to Know Before Your Procedure
Smoking has long been linked with a variety of health risks, including heart disease and lung cancer. However, many people may not be aware of how smoking can impact surgery outcomes. If you are preparing for a procedure, knowing the connection between smoking and surgical risks is essential. This article will answer this common question.
Read MoreNutrition & Orthopedics: How The Foods You Eat Make a Difference
Food can directly impact the health of your musculoskeletal system. For orthopedics patients, understanding the connection between food and bone, joint, and muscle health is vital. Orthopedic care is not just about surgeries or physical therapy. It also depends on prevention and recovery strategies, where nutrition plays a critical role. This article explores the connection
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