Let's talk about winter wellness. Cold weather can affect people both physically and mentally. From achy joints and frozen fingers to darker, quieter days, cold weather can be downright depressing at times! More than half of adults with osteoarthritis report greater joint pain in cold weather. The shorter, overcast winter days chill people with increased [...]
The knee is the largest joint in the body. With its multiple bones, discs, ligaments, tendons and muscles, there are a lot of moving parts! These parts help the knee absorb the shock of walking, running, jumping and other daily activities. When someone experiences knee pain, it can impact their ability to get dressed, use [...]
Studies have shown distinct differences between biological males' and females' bones, muscles and ligaments. These differences influence gender related orthopedic injuries and factor into the types of injuries a person may face in their lifetime. When it comes to the framework of the body – bones, muscles, ligaments and tendons – you may think [...]
Being physically active is an important way to keep your body healthy, but it is estimated that most adults in the U.S. spend 6.5 to 8 hours a day sitting down. Whether sitting at a desk, driving or on the couch watching TV, prolonged sitting can cause joint pain, especially lower back and hip pain [...]
The key to building stronger bones and better balance, combating osteoporosis, staying independent and living longer may be as simple as adding strength training to your exercise routine. When people hear “strength training,” Hulk Hogan and Rocky may come to mind. While these men regularly exercise and lift weights, strength training for seniors is [...]
Orthopedic physical therapy (PT) has been around since the early 19th century, but many people still don’t fully understand its benefits. In 1992, the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) designated October as Physical Therapy Month to raise awareness about this treatment. Cary Orthopaedics is celebrating National Physical Therapy Month by sharing ways PT improves [...]
A minimally invasive surgical technique is offering spinal patients greater flexibility, range of motion and quality of life. Motion preservation spine surgery (MPSS) provides patients with the spinal care they need while protecting their range of motion and decreasing pain and recovery times. In this article, we will explore motion preservation surgery, the conditions it treats, [...]
Cary Ortho utilizes bone marrow stem cells for general orthopedic and spine treatment Orthopedic stem cell treatment is the next frontier in treating orthopedic and spinal disorders. The Cary Orthopaedics team is leading the way. Using stem cells harvested from an adult patient’s own bone marrow, Dr. Sameer Mathur and Dr. Nael Shanti – both board-certified [...]
Knowing when to see an orthopedic doctor can be difficult. What are the signs, symptoms and conditions that warrant an ortho specialist? How do orthopedic injuries and conditions occur? They can occur in everyday life in the most unexpected ways. Like Rachel's story: Rachel hugged her teenage son, and he playfully twisted out of her [...]
The emerging field of regenerative medicine is helping patients who have sustained orthopedic injuries or suffer from chronic joint pain. It uses the body's natural ability to heal itself to treat injuries and diseases of the musculoskeletal system, which includes bones, joints, muscles, ligaments and tendons. In this regenerative orthopedics Q&A, we interview Cary Orthopaedics [...]
