Achilles tendinitis is a condition that affects the Achilles tendon that connects the muscles in the back of your calf to your heel bone. Those who are physically active and between the ages of 30-50 are the most likely to develop this issue. While complications can arise if not treated quickly, it is very treatable, [...]
Cary Orthopaedics physical therapist, Chad Moses, PT, Cert. DN/SMT, GTS, CKTP, Dip. Osteopractic, explains how the amount of pain you have does not always correlate to the amount of damage you may see on an MRI. MRIs, CTs, ultrasounds and X-rays are medical assessment tools that orthopaedists, physical therapists and other health practitioners use to [...]
Cary Orthopaedics physical therapist, Chad Moses, PT, Cert. DN/SMT, GTS, CKTP, Dip. Osteopractic, has produced our Patient Education Series to inform patients about various physical therapy techniques. In this episode, physical therapist, Kristen Reinhard, PT, DPT, discusses custom foot orthotics. What are orthotics? Orthotics are inserts that go in your [...]
Few medical conditions affect the general population as much as arthritis. In fact, according to statistics reported by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), up to one in four adults in the U.S. face this condition. That is over 54 million Americans. With the coronavirus pandemic still causing many to stay away from the gym [...]
The hand is an intricately designed combination of joints, tendons and muscles that must all work together flawlessly for us to perform everyday activities. The 27 bones in the hand and eight bones in the wrist plus all of the muscles, tendons, ligaments, blood vessels and nerves, all of which combine to create one [...]
The Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons has reported that over four million people in the U.S. alone go to the doctor to seek care for shoulder problems and shoulder pain every year. One issue growing in numbers is rotator cuff tear arthropathy. This condition is identified by severe arthritis pain in the shoulder that is directly [...]
We can all agree that exercise is good for your body. As you get into shape, you’ll notice more stamina, increased focus and a host of other benefits. However, as with everything else, you can have too much of a good thing. Overtraining syndrome (OTS) is when you’re pushing your body too much and not [...]
With non-essential surgeries currently on hold to free up hospital resources amid the Coronavirus outbreak, Cary Orthopaedics continues to provide the best orthopaedic care possible for our patients. This includes utilizing non-surgical treatments for managing bone and joint pain. We are now taking appointments for PRP injections, as well as injury assessment and other [...]
Joint replacement surgery involves replacing an arthritic or dysfunctional joint with a prosthetic joint. This procedure is designed to improve the quality of life and ability to perform daily activities for people that suffer from severe joint pain. It can be the best option if severe joint pain is not alleviated by other, less invasive [...]
With the holiday season behind us, its time to make resolutions for the New Year. For many, living a healthier lifestyle is at the top of the list of intentions. Whether you are looking to avoid joint pain, lose weight or simply make better choices, the foods you consume play a large part. We’ve published [...]
