Do you feel an ache whenever you simply bend your knee a certain way? Does your knee joint feel stiff or creaky? If so, these could be early signs of the degenerative joint condition known as osteoarthritis, which is usually called just “arthritis.” Osteoarthritis literally means bone (osteo) + joint (arthr) + inflammation (itis). Whether […]
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Types of Surgeries an Orthopedic Surgeon Performs
The world of orthopedic medicine involves many issues with the musculoskeletal system. The musculoskeletal system comprises our muscles, bones, ligaments, tendons, cartilage, and other supportive structures. Doctors who treat musculoskeletal issues are known as orthopedists. As we have 206 bones, approximately 4,000 tendons, 900 ligaments, and 600 muscles in the adult body, the field of […]
