Orthopedics
Does Inflammatory Arthritis Worsen in the Winter?
Could your aches predict the weather? You may have heard that when it rains or is cold out, arthritis pain worsens. Is this true?
The truth is that little factual evidence exists to support this.
Can I Golf After Joint Replacement?
The dilemma: Should I continue to play through the pain, or should I go for a joint replacement?
It's frustrating when joint pain keeps you from playing your favorite sport.
What is Psoriatic Arthritis?
People who have psoriasis may also develop psoriatic arthritis. Sometimes the joint pain can begin before any skin lesions appear, making it more difficult to diagnose.
Who Is at Risk for ACL Injuries?
Athletes cower at the mention of anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries. Depending on how badly it's torn, the injury can put an athlete out for an entire season, even Tom Brady had to sit out a season because of his ACL injury.
CT Scan vs. MRI - What's Best for a Sports-related Concussion?
A hockey check, a bicycle accident, a fall from a tree. All are potential causes of a concussion or traumatic brain injury. Concussions, and especially sports-related concussions, can vary in the extent of the injury and the severity of the symptoms.
8 Foods That Increase Inflammation
When you have arthritis, your body is in an inflammatory state, and what you eat may not only increase inflammation, it can also set you up for other chronic diseases such as obesity, heart disease and diabetes.
Think twice about eating these eight inflammation food triggers:
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10 Questions to Ask if You're Thinking About Joint Replacement
Your knees ache. It's hard to climb the stairs or exercise. The pain in your hip seems to be getting worse. If your doctor says you're a candidate for joint surgery, you probably have many questions that will determine your decision.
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