Because May is Arthritis Awareness Month, it’s the perfect time to learn a bit more about the condition. There are two types of arthritis: rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and osteoarthritis. We’re going to focus on osteoarthritis, which occurs when joint cartilage wears down over time. According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), osteoarthritis…
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9 Arthritis Treatment Options
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5 Things to Know About Elbow Replacement
According to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS), total joint replacement (TJR) is one of the most common surgical procedures done in the US. The most common type of total joint replacement is total knee replacement. Elbow replacements are less common, but many people suffering from arthritis or an injury to the elbow get…
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Nurse Practitioner vs Physician Assistant: What’s the Difference?
A lot of people don’t know the difference between a physician assistant and a nurse practitioner. You might visit either type of healthcare provider in a physician’s office even though they are not physicians. Many people have primary care providers that are NPs or PAs. But what’s the difference? In basic terms, a nurse practitioner…