Arthroscopic surgery is a minimally invasive surgical procedure used to diagnose and treat problems inside a joint. Most commonly it is used to treat the knee, hip and shoulder. It may also be performed on smaller joints such as the elbow, ankle, or wrist. How is Arthroscopic Surgery Performed? Arthroscopic surgery may be performed in…
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Understanding Arthroscopic Surgery
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How to Use Heat and Cold Therapy to Treat Pain
Both heat and cold therapy have benefits in relieving pain but far too often people do not understand when to use which. This causes many people to only utilize one option or the other at a time in their injury when the opposite should be used or when neither is appropriate. Here’s a brief explanation…
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Facts About Golf Injuries
There are more than 27.8 million golfers in the United States. Although golf is generally considered a safe sport with a low risk of injury, there is still a risk. Learn more about the most common types of golf injuries and how to prevent them with this helpful graphic from the American Society for Surgery…