A break in the upper quarter of the thigh (femur) bone, is known as a hip fracture. As we age, our risk for hip fractures increase due to risk factors such as osteoporosis. Â Most hip fractures are serious injuries that require surgery. The type of fracture will determine the type of surgery that may be…
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All About Hip Fractures
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Tips for Avoiding Holiday Related Injuries
The Holidays are time for cheer, except for when an orthopedic trauma occurs. If you have laughed your way through holiday movies with their share of holiday mishaps– such as Chevy Chase Christmas Vacation — you know that holiday accidents are real and can happen to anyone. That is why it is important to guard…
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When to Seek Treatment for Elbow Bursitis
By Dr. Glen Seidman In order to know when to seek treatment for elbow bursitis, it is first important to understand what elbow bursitis is and the cause. When swelling and inflammation occurs at the bursa, which is a small sac of fluid located at the tip of the elbow, elbow bursitis is present. The…