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My Orthopedist Says I Have Osteoporosis. How Can I Keep It from Worsening?

When the mineral levels in your bones are low, it can lead to osteoporosis. Bones rely on minerals such as calcium to maintain strength. A lack of calcium can cause bones to become fragile and prone to fractures with osteoporosis. There are, however, treatments available to help increase bone density and reduce the effects of osteoporosis.… Read More

Ask an Orthopedic Surgeon: What Can I Do to Keep My Bones Strong and Avoid Injury?

Our bones are amazing living tissues that go through a constant process of building, breaking down, and remodelling. They are tough and flexible, and yet, they can also break. Without our bones, we’d just be mere puddles of guts and skin. You can’t imagine living with broken bones either, as that would translate into limited mobility, reduced quality of life, and even depression.… Read More

What to Ask an Orthopedic Doctor After a Failed Surgery

Undergoing surgery itself is scary, and you consider it as a last option. But you may not imagine anything more troubling than undergoing a surgery that fails to provide you relief. Even after surgery, feeling the same pain and experiencing the same symptoms can be your worst nightmare. It is true that no surgery guarantees 100% success because a surgical procedure comes with a certain risk, especially when you undergo back or spine surgery.… Read More

What Happens At An Orthopedic Appointment

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.… Read More

Common 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 spine stenosis).… Read More

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Orthopaedic Associates of Central Maryland in Baltimore, Catonsville, Columbia and Eldersburg serves the nearby communities of Annapolis, Washington DC and Montgomery County. Our orthopedic surgeons, podiatrist, physical medicine and rehabilitation doctor, and physical therapists specialize in arthroscopic surgery, minimally invasive procedures, joint replacement, sports medicine, and onsite diagnostic imagery, outpatient surgery, and physical therapy rehabilitation providing pain relief from sciatica, carpal tunnel syndrome, foot pain, knee pain, hip replacement, shoulder impingement, cubital tunnel syndrome and more.