Dealing with chronic back pain can require a customized treatment plan that involves a combination of different treatments. A popular treatment option that can help reduce back pain is massage therapy. However, in some cases, massage therapy can make back pain worse if the condition you are suffering from requires other treatment. In these situations,…
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What to Look for When Choosing An Orthopedic Surgery Center
Choosing an orthopedic surgery center to perform your surgery can be a harrowing task. Your orthopedic surgery center will not only diagnose your condition, recommend the right surgery, and perform your surgery but will also be your emotional support before, during, and after your procedure. This is a very important decision that requires time, thought,…
What to Expect from an Initial Orthopedic Consultation
If your primary care physician has recommended that you meet with an orthopedic surgeon for any acute or chronic injuries or conditions you may have, it can be helpful to know what to expect during the initial consultation. You and the surgeon will be discussing the specific condition, the course of treatment, and the projected…
How Orthopedics Have Changed Through the Years
Of all the medical breakthroughs of the past 100 years or so, the invention of the X-ray in 1895 was surely one of the most significant. Not only did it allow physicians to see inside the human body, but it launched a new era in the diagnosis and management of orthopedic conditions including bone fractures…
The Convenience of a Full Body MRI in an Orthopedic Practice
“We’ve Got You Covered” is a Spectrum Orthopaedics promise, and they certainly do deliver. When it comes to medical issues, convenience is key. Thankfully, their facility offers state-of-the-art imaging technology, including full-body Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) on site. Whole Body MRIs (WB-MRI) are a cutting-edge imaging technique, which creates a high-resolution display of organ systems within the body….
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Should I Have a full Body MRI?
Has your doctor ordered a full body MRI (magnetic resonance imaging)? If you are wondering why you would need one, the answer will often depend on what your doctor is trying to look for. Good medicine starts with good questions. Why is the patient experiencing this symptom or that one? In order to gain a clear look…
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