Going to work every day is one of those things that we have to do to make sure the bills are paid, and we have a roof over our head. As much as we dislike getting up in the morning and heading off to work, a work related injury really puts things into perspective when...
Total Knee Replacement is a surgical alternative for treating severe osteoarthritis of the knee. Worn down cartilage and bone are causing so much inflammation that it feels like walking will never feel good again. Surgical replacement with ceramic or metal parts can...
Ankle sprains are one of the most common injuries, sports or otherwise, that occur in every age group. When you sprain your ankle, it means that you have overstretched or torn the ligaments around your ankle. This can happen during sports activities or even something...
Chronic lower back pain is one of the leading causes of disability in the world. Fortunately, there are a variety of steps that individuals can take to prevent or at least mitigate persistent episodes of lower back pain. There are numerous causes of lower back pain,...
Your work may take a toll on your musculoskeletal system, which could slow you down next day at work. As a result, you may experience reduced work performance that could affect your wages. However, with the proper orthopedic care, your musculoskeletal system will heal...
Earlier this year, Cardinals’ outfielder, Austin Dean, was put on the 10-day injured list after suffering a right elbow strain. The injury occurred after he threw a ball in from the outfield during the September 13th game against the Cincinnati Reds. If you have...
Perhaps that soccer move you used on Saturday twisted your foot and led to a fall or you stumbled down a section of the trail during your hike last Sunday. Either event can cause an unfamiliar injury to the middle part of your foot known as Lisfranc injury. What is a...
Even though the summer months are over, it doesn’t mean that you have to coop yourself up in your apartment and put your workout routine on hold. There are plenty of winter activities to enjoy in the upcoming season. However, it is important to make sure that...
Carpal tunnel syndrome is a painful condition that affects hundreds of thousands of hard workers and homemakers. The condition comes from some of the most common repetitive motions, such as typing, mouse usage, cow milking, weed pulling, knitting, scrubbing, and more....
Pulled muscles, bruises, sprains, strains and broken bones – these work related injuries can range from being mild or serious, but are always hard to manage at the very least. How do you know when to seek help when you’ve been injured at work? Whether you need...
