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Joint Health / Kathleen Lott

How Long Is This Going to Take?

One of the most common questions that PTs and MDs will get from patients is how long is it going to take before I am back to normal after my total knee replacement? The most common answer is….

Hand/Wrist / Peter DaSilva

The Hidden Dangers of Wrist Rests: Why They’re Not Your Friend

You may be reading this at your keyboard; hands laid gently on some squishy wrist rests. These comfortable pads can sometimes seem to make your keyboarding experience more pleasant. But do not be lulled to sleep by these hand pillows, they also have a dark side.

Interesting / John Rodger

How Dogs Connect to Patients and Providers

My father was a veterinarian. One benefit of having a veterinarian as a parent is that you can pretty much have any pet you want as long as you are able to take care of it. I was fortunate to have many pets growing up. Some odd pets like a crow, and more normal pets […]

Back Pain / Thomas Rocco

Simple Guide to Interventional Procedures for Spine Pain

A range of interventional procedures for pain can be useful in patients with chronic pain who have not achieved adequate relief with conservative treatments. The corticosteroid injected serves as a powerful anti-inflammatory to manage inflammation and improve pain. Below is a belief explanation of these different common procedures for spinal pain of the cervical, thoracic, lumbar and sacral location.

Health / Katherine Gwozdz

Joints are Thirsty

We all know water is essential, but it’s especially important for your joints. Staying properly hydrated helps keep joints lubricated, which reduces friction and helps keeps them moving smoothly. Less friction means less pain and stiffness, which is something we all desire.

Shoulder / Nathan Howlett

A New Hope for Shoulder Pain: The Pyrocarbon Implant That’s Changing the Game

Benefit & Why It Matters
More natural feel —- The implant’s lightweight, cartilage-like surface makes movement smoother and more comfortable.
Less joint wear —- Its low‑friction coating helps protect joint surfaces, making the shoulder potentially more durable.
Stay active longer —- Designed with active, younger patients in mind, the implant supports athletic and daily pursuits.

Back Pain / Lisa Zingarelli

Muscular Tightness Causing Low Back Pain?

From a sedentary desk job to a high physical demand job, we are all prone to muscular and soft tissue restrictions and dysfunction. In general, our spine performs best with strength, flexibility and symmetry of the soft tissue supporting it.

Ankle & Foot / Joanna Lanz

Time to De-Stress: Understanding Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome

What we used to casually call “shin splints” has a more specific medical name now: Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome. The term was first introduced in 1982 by researchers Drez and Mubarak to better describe exercise-related pain along the shin bone (tibia).

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Knee / Lia Moceri

The Myth of the Baker’s Cyst: What It Is (and Isn’t)

Baker’s cysts are one of the most commonly misunderstood findings in orthopedics. They’re usually a visible sign of a deeper issue inside the knee—not a standalone problem. Fortunately, with proper diagnosis and treatment of the root cause, most cysts either shrink or stop causing trouble.

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