Health Articles

  • Making Spine Surgery Minimally Invasive

    Minimally invasive spine procedures offer a diverse range of options for individuals seeking relief from pain. These procedures include minimally invasive spinal decompression, fusion, compression…

  • Who Needs Spine Fusion?

    When it comes to persistent back pain caused by conditions such as degenerative disc disease, spondylolisthesis, or herniated discs, spine fusion is a surgical option that can provide much-needed…

  • What You Need to Know About Sciatica

    Over time, our bodies can undergo changes due to various factors. One common phenomenon is the development of sciatica, a condition resulting from injury or pressure on the sciatic nerve. The…

  • What Are Overuse Injuries?

    While acute injuries like wrist fractures, ankle sprains, shoulder dislocations, and hamstring strains typically result from a single traumatic event, overuse injuries develop gradually and are…

  • Taking On an Achilles Tendon Rupture

    As the body's largest tendon, the Achilles tendon plays a crucial role in walking, running, and jumping. However, when the tendon stretches beyond its limit, it can rupture, resulting in a partial…

  • ACL Injuries: A Concern for Female Athletes

    A troubling trend is emerging on playing fields and basketball courts—young girls leaping or changing direction, only to crumble in agonizing pain. Nationwide, girls experience serious knee…

  • 3 Ways to Prevent Gaming Injuries

    Because of the nature of gaming systems and computer use, gaming-related injuries are typically overuse injuries, like trigger finger, carpal tunnel syndrome, and tendinitis. These injuries can…

  • What Is Dupuytren’s Contracture?

    Dupuytren’s disease is a common and benign condition of the palm and fingers where the fibrous tissue underneath the skin tightens and thickens. As the tissue tightens, nodules and rope-like cords…

  • Don’t Let Ulnar Tunnel Syndrome Stop Your Swing

    The ulnar nerve is one of the main nerves in your hand that provides feeling and helps with function. Ulnar tunnel syndrome can result in pain or weakness and make it difficult to enjoy some of…

  • Is VELYS™ Robotic Knee Replacement for You?

    Robotic-assisted surgical systems are used in joint replacement to promote accuracy and control and to spare any healthy bones or ligaments from being removed.

    In preoperative planning, the…