When Is It Time To Try Orthotics?

30 October 2019
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Orthotics are used in many cases to deal with a variety of pains, including issues with the feet, legs and lower back. You may be wondering, however, whether they are the right choice given your particular medical circumstances. While you need to make that decision together with your doctor, there are some things you can consider that will tell you whether it's time to consider talking with an orthopedist. Have You Exhausted Other Options? Read More 

2 Tips To Make Using Crutches At Home After Your ACL Knee Surgery Easier

30 April 2019
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If you are about to undergo ACL surgery to repair a torn ligament in your knee, you may have already been told that you will need to use crutches for a few weeks while you are recovering. Especially if you have never had to use crutches before, you may wonder how you can make your life easier while trying to get around your house. Besides cleaning up the pathways in your house so that you do not trip, use the following tips to help make your time on crutches a little easier at home. Read More 
 

finding a solution to knee and ankle pain

finding a solution to knee and ankle pain

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finding a solution to knee and ankle pain

Do you have pains in your joints? Have you ever had them examined by an orthopedist? I had discussed the pains I was having in my knees and ankles with my primary care doctor and really didn't get any advice on what could be done to make the pain go away. When I tried to train for a 5K charity race, I knew that I had to get something done because I wasn't able to make it through the first half-mile without being nearly in tears. Go to my blog to find out what I have done with the help of my orthopedist to make the pain go away so I could continue running.