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Read MoreMinimally Invasive Lumbar Decompression (MILD procedure)
What condition does MILD treat? MILD is a procedure to treat lumbar spinal stenosis. Lumbar spinal stenosis is a common condition in which there is gradual narrowing in the spine causing the nerves to have less space. Lumbar spinal stenosis develops due to age-related degenerative changes and arthritis of the spine. Common symptoms from lumbar…
Read More5 common causes of hip pain and how to find relief
A sore hip affects your quality of life because it literally impacts every facet of movement and the pain patients feel takes a toll on their mind as well. All hip pain is not equal in terms of the severity or duration, and it’s best to have a specialist properly diagnose your problem and put…
Read MoreThese 6 tests diagnose shoulder injury and guide 3 types of treatment
A complete physical exam, along with patients’ descriptions of the shoulder pain they are experiencing, informs doctors of possible injuries, but in many cases, it is necessary to order additional tests to verify the suspected damage. The results of the exam will reveal the exact nature of your shoulder injury and the best way to…
Read MoreWhat is causing my shoulder pain and what should I do?
The shoulder is among the most used and most flexible joints in your body, but that also puts the area under stress and at risk of suffering an injury due to overuse or trauma from repetitive movements. Shoulders consist of three bones – the humerus, the scapula and the clavicle – joined together in a…
Read More6 hand surgeries that can relieve your pain and suffering
Hand injuries are most commonly suffered in accidental falls, recreational activities and in work-related incidents at home or on the job. While accidents can lead to a traumatic injury that needs immediate attention, Mendelson Kornblum doctors see a wide array of painful hand conditions that come from everyday wear and tear and overuse. Think about…
Read MoreHand pain symptoms and what conditions could be causing your discomfort
Hand pain symptoms and what conditions could be causing your discomfort Hand pain that causes more than just temporary discomfort should be evaluated by a doctor who can make a proper diagnosis and put you on the road to recovery. A physical exam, supplemented with results from an X-ray, CT scan, MRI or an electrodiagnostic…
Read MoreRotator cuff injuries: What to know and how to tell if you should see a doctor
The rotator cuff consists of a group of muscles and tendons that come together above your shoulder joint and upper arm bone, and it is a part of the human anatomy that is critically important to arm movement. A rotator cuff injury can limit your ability to lift and rotate your arms, and because those…
Read More5 frequent hand injuries and how to treat them effectively
There’s a wide range of hand injuries that afflict the tendons, ligaments and muscles of fingers, palms and wrists, and it takes a medical specialist to properly diagnose and treat the conditions for a fast recovery. A care plan can include rest, stretching exercises, physical therapy, a device to limit mobility and speed improvement, or…
Read MoreHand injuries: Most common symptoms and how they occur
Nagging hand injuries are a physical malady that can easily add to or create mental stress that a person experiences every day. Take a second to stop and think about navigating your day without full and pain-free use of your fingers, hands, and wrists, and then imagine how anything from minor discomfort to significant suffering…
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