Understanding and Overcoming Basal Joint Osteoarthritis: The Role of Physical Therapy Living with basal joint osteoarthritis can be a daunting prospect for anyone. The degeneration of the carpometacarpal joint at the base of the thumb not only results in pain and...
Basal Joint Osteoarthritis: Surgery as a Viable Solution for Hand Pain Are you living with the debilitating pain caused by basal joint osteoarthritis? Do daily tasks like gripping a cup or turning a key become a struggle because your thumb joint just won't cooperate?...
The Rehabilitation Game Plan: Physical Therapy After Tommy John Surgery Tommy John surgery, originating from the procedure applied to Major League Baseball pitcher Tommy John, has become synonymous with treating one of the most common and devastating injuries among...
The Playbook on Tommy John Syndrome: What Every Athlete Should Know As an athlete, few phrases can strike fear into the heart as the diagnosis of a 'Tommy John injury'. For decades, Tommy John surgery has become almost synonymous with competitive sports, particularly...
Total Knee Replacement (TKR) is a common surgical procedure that improves mobility and reduces pain and stiffness for patients suffering from severe arthritis or knee injury. While the surgery itself is essential, the recovery process is often longer and more...
A total knee replacement is a common surgery for people with severe arthritis, damage to the knee joint or other mechanical issues. While this surgery often improves the quality of life for patients, it can be a daunting process. One of the biggest concerns for...
Shoulder impingement syndrome is a common orthopedic condition that affects millions of people worldwide. It is characterized by a compression of the rotator cuff tendons and the bursa situated beneath the acromion bone. This condition causes pain, weakness, and...
As we age, our joints become more fragile and are prone to wear and tear. This can lead to osteoarthritis, a degenerative joint disease that causes swelling, pain, and stiffness. If you have been experiencing joint pain or osteoarthritis, you may have come across the...
Shoulder pain can be debilitating and frustrating, especially when it interferes with your daily activities. One common cause of shoulder pain is Shoulder Impingement Syndrome (SIS). It is a common disorder that occurs when the tendons or bursa in the shoulder become...
Rotator cuff injuries are a common issue that can cause severe pain, weakness, and limited mobility in the shoulder. In severe cases where the rotator cuff tendon has been torn, surgery may be necessary to repair the damage. But the road to recovery doesn't end there....