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Understanding Tendonitis in the Hand: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options

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Tendonitis in the hand is a common condition that can cause pain, discomfort, and limitations in hand function. Understanding the causes, symptoms, and treatment options for hand tendonitis is crucial in managing the condition effectively and improving overall hand health. In this comprehensive guide, we will delve into the world of tendonitis in the hand,

Preparing For Rotator Cuff Repair Surgery: What To Expect

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People who’ve injured their shoulder joint may need rotator cuff surgery to repair the issue.  Rotator cuff surgery is a procedure where a surgeon makes an incision on your shoulder joint and performs rotator cuff repairs, to reattach the tendon or trimming partial rotator cuff tears. These issues can be the result of various factors,

Where Does It Hurt? Why an Orthopedic Doctor Asks These Questions

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It’s common for medical professionals to ask their patients some variation of “Where does it hurt?” or “Which part of your body is hurting?” You may wonder why they ask these questions when it is most likely listed in their notes somewhere. However, for orthopedic doctors, a question like this carries a lot of weight.

What Is Regenerative Medicine?

Regenerative Medicine

Our body has an impressive capacity to heal itself and return to its normal function. From a simple scrape in our skin to a perforation in the liver, our body can recuperate and restore itself to healthy functionality. Unfortunately, not everyone has the same regenerative capabilities and organ systems as an average healthy adult. People

What Is Included in Sports Medicine?

Sports Medicine

Professional athletes have physically demanding jobs and put their bodies under tremendous pressure and strain as they strive to reach the peak of their performance. As a result, they are more prone to injuries and illnesses — and not just the usual bumps, bruises, and scrapes that come with being active. This means athletes need

Book Your Appointment With Academy Orthopedics Before the Christmas Period!

The holiday season is the busiest time of year for most people, with countless parties and events to attend. However, it can be difficult for those who experience painful orthopedic conditions to fully enjoy this festive period if joint pain or injury interferes. Pain doesn’t take a holiday break. It can strike any time of

The Most Common Hand, Finger, and Shoulder Injuries Over Christmas

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Christmas is coming, and for many, the holiday is a time to decorate and get everything in order. Some will lift boxes of decorations from the ground or reach for them overhead. Others will extend their arms to put up the old Christmas tree just before the 24th. Unfortunately, with all the lifting and overhead

What Are Our Phones Doing to Our Hands and Fingers?

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The advent of the modern touchscreen smartphone in the late 2000s changed how people interacted with technology. People no longer had to fumble around with tiny keys or even use a stylus — their fingers could do the work. It was a groundbreaking innovation that has made our lives easier in many ways, but there’s

How to Treat ACL Tears 

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Whether you’re an athlete who plays volleyball, basketball, football, skiing or other sports, you’re someone with an active lifestyle, or you engage in physical activity, you can be at risk for an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tear. When this happens, you will need either surgical or nonsurgical treatment. However, you might wonder what an ACL