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 [...]
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 [...]
Cary Ortho now offers ENROUTE™ nutritional supplements for surgery recovery Patients often ask us for advice on dietary actions they can take before and after their orthopaedic surgery to promote the healing process. The best diet for surgery recovery includes healthy proteins, vitamins and minerals. But it's often hard to know exactly what [...]
After an injury, medical providers often order diagnostic orthopedic imaging to see what has occurred inside of the body. Diagnostic imaging takes pictures of bones, ligaments, tendons, cartilage, muscles and more inside the body. These images help physicians determine how the injury has impacted the body to establish the best course of treatment. The three [...]
Physician assistants in orthopaedics work alongside orthopaedic doctors to provide medical care to patients. A PA works as an extender to fill the gap between nurses and doctors. They can fulfill some of the duties of a doctor, like diagnosing or treating conditions. In this blog, we explore why seeing a physician assistant in orthopedics [...]
A number of the physicians at Cary Orthopaedics specialize in treating orthopaedic workplace injuries that involve workers’ compensation claims. We have an efficient process to provide quality patient care while coordinating with adjusters to satisfy workers’ compensation insurance requirements. Keep reading for what to know about workplace injuries. The Bureau of Labor Statistics found that 266,530 [...]
You may have heard the term degenerative disc disease as it relates to back pain. In fact, degenerative disc disease isn’t a disease at all. This condition describes damaged spinal discs, which can cause extreme back pain as well as other symptoms. Here is everything you need to know about degenerative disc disease. What is [...]
Your joints play a pivotal role in allowing you to move freely. Taking care of them can prevent painful conditions like arthritis and other joint-related problems. While you cannot control normal wear and tear from aging, you can minimize damage to knees, hips, back and other joints. Keep joints healthy by avoiding these bad habits. [...]
