The bursa is a small sac filled with fluid that serves as a protective layer between bones, muscles, and tendons. When these sacs become inflamed due to overuse, infection or injury, they start to lose their ability to reduce friction; this can cause immense pain and discomfort in the affected area and often results in a condition called bursitis. There are ways to prevent bursitis, but if you have already show symptoms or have been diagnosed with the condition, you will need to be under the [Read More]
Orthopedics
Responsibilities of an Orthopedic Surgeon
If you’ve ever hurt yourself while playing sports or experienced muscle and joint pain in your legs, shoulders, and knees, then you’ve probably seen an orthopedic doctor. Musculoskeletal conditions can affect a person at any age – if not due to an accident or sports injury while you’re young, you’re bound to be referred to an orthopedist when you’re older and are prone to wear-and-tear injuries. The mission of orthopedic surgeons is to prevent, diagnose, and treat musculoskeletal disorders. In [Read More]
Orthopedic Surgeons Who Deal with Lower Limbs
Orthopedic surgeons perform surgeries and treatments on patients with bone, muscle, and joint issues. When treating the lower limbs – including the hips, knees, ankles, feet, and associated muscles and connective tissues – the goal is to restore the patient’s mobility and to relieve pain. Of all the joints in your body, the joints in your lower limbs are most prone to injury. And any such injury is usually accompanied by pain that limits your ability to move. Orthopedic physicians always ai [Read More]
