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Talking About Sports Injuries and Orthopedic Care Practices

Hi there, my name is Ivy. I spent my formative years playing team sports with my peers. I played hard and ended up injured more often than not. I often visited my orthopedist to have sports injuries treated after falling or hurting myself playing on the team. The orthopedist helped me understanding the healing process, so I could make a full recovery as quick as possible. I will update this site with information about the orthopedic diagnostic process and treatment plans for each type of injury. I hope you will learn a lot about this subject from my blog.

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How Can A Worker Demonstrate A Repetitive Stress Injury?

Posted on July 20, 2022

Workers' compensation exists to benefit anyone who suffers a qualifying injury at work. But while broken bones and missing fingers are hard to miss, other injuries take a more subtle toll on the body. Repetitive motion injuries can devastate a person's life, but proving damages for a workers' comp claim can be difficult. These five steps may help attorneys get the best outcomes for their clients. Documenting the Condition The more documentation a plaintiff brings to a claim, the more likely they are to succeed. [Read More]

Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome: Symptoms And Treatments

Posted on March 29, 2022

Patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS) is commonly seen in athletes. It can affect people of all ages and it is also called "runner's knee." While PFPS can develop in people who sit for long periods of time, it is most commonly associated with the jumping and running that is associated with sports activity. Because patellofemoral pain syndrome can mimic symptoms of other orthopedic conditions, it is important that you see a sports medicine physician for a physical examination. [Read More]

Knee Pain? 2 Things That Could Be Wrong And Treatment Options

Posted on October 14, 2021

If your knee hurts this can be due to many things. The one thing you need to do is to see an orthopedic physician as they can diagnose the problem to give you the proper treatment. Keep reading to learn of two things that may be wrong, and the treatment options available. Arthritis If you are older your problem may be arthritis, more specifically known as osteoarthritis.  The orthopedist will take x-rays of your knee to get a broad image of the joint. [Read More]

Custom Orthotics Provide Unparallel Benefits

Posted on June 30, 2021

When it comes to orthotics, there are plenty of options to choose from. However, unless you have custom orthotics, the option you choose may not be the best solution. Custom orthotics provide a number of benefits that an over-the-counter option cannot provide. Abnormality Correction  For the most part, orthotics that you purchase in the store are meant to be a temporary solution. For this reason, if your decision to wear these devices is the result of a medical diagnosis, such as a collapsed arch or supination, an over-the-counter solution will not provide any long-term correction. [Read More]