Frequently Asked Questions About Independent Medical Evaluations

For many people, the idea of getting an independent medical evaluation is not something they’ve considered. The truth is that many people benefit from these evaluations, especially when they are in the middle of a personal injury case. If you or your client still has questions about these evaluations, these answers will help you. What Kinds of Cases Might Require an Independent Medical Evaluation? There are many cases in which you might opt to see an independent medical examiner for an evaluation.…

Things to Do After Knee Replacement Surgery for Proper Healing

If you are experiencing problems in your knee, then your orthopedist may recommend knee replacement therapy. This type of joint replacement can reduce pain and restore most of your knee’s function. However, you must do a few things during the healing process in order for the new joint to work correctly. Here are some things you should do after knee replacement surgery to help the joint heal. Get Up and Move…

Problems with Your Bones and Joints? Signs You May Need an Orthopedic Specialist

Mobility issues can wreak havoc on your daily life. Unfortunately, many people don’t know what to do when they have problems with their mobility. If you’re one of those people, it might be time to talk to your doctor about orthopedic services. If you’re not sure you need orthopedic services right now, read the information provided below.  1. You’ve Got Swelling in Your Joints If you’re experiencing swelling and tenderness in your joints, it’s time to include orthopedic services in your healthcare routine.…

Pain Management Care: Recovering From Post-Orthopedic Surgery

Orthopedic surgery can help deliver long-term pain management solutions. However, recovering from an ortho surgery can largely be an exercise of pain management in and of itself. Here are some pain-management care solutions for when you’re recovering from an orthopedic surgery. Inflammation Our body’s natural response to trauma is to repair and protect. A telltale sign of repairing and protecting comes in the form of inflammation. This inflammation can be extremely painful around joints like your knees, hips, or ankles.…

4 Steps To Acquiring A Prosthesis

Amputation of a limb is a last resort. When illness or injury damages a limb to the extent that it will never recover and will continue to cause the body harm, amputation is sometimes the best course of action for the patient. Facing an amputation can be frightening and alarming. You may have many questions about how you’ll manage and recover following your surgery. Fortunately, there have never been better prosthetic options available.…

How Is A Torn ACL Treated?

Did you feel a pop in your knee — followed by intense pain and swelling — after quickly turning or pivoting to your side? Although images (such as those from an MRI) will be needed to confirm it, there’s a good chance you tore your ACL, or anterior cruciate ligament. This ligament stabilizes the knee joint, and since it has a light blood supply (like all ligaments), it can take quite a while to heal.…

Osteoarthritis Of The Shoulders

Does moving one or both of your arms always cause you to experience excessive shoulder pain? Does the root of the pain confuse you because your shoulder was never injured? You might need an examination performed on your shoulders by a specialist to determine if osteoarthritis is the cause. If osteoarthritis is found to be the cause, you might need surgery performed to resolve the root of the pain. The content below explains the important things that you might have in mind about osteoarthritis in the shoulders and the possible need for surgery.…

3 Tips For Managing Ankle Sprains

Ankle sprains are a common orthopedic injury. In most cases, the problem is minor and will feel better with rest and at-home treatment within a few days. Some sprains can be severe and result in serious injury and chronic instability of the ankle. Knowing how to manage an ankle sprain can help you minimize ongoing problems with your ankle. Reduce Swelling Even minor ankle sprains can swell dramatically. Your goal is to reduce as much of the swelling as possible.…

Important Information About a Vertebral Fracture

Does the pain in your back make it difficult to be productive each day? If pain medicine does not give you much relief, you might want to make an appointment with an orthopedic surgeon to find out what the problem is. It is possible that you are dealing with fractured vertebrae, which can be treated via vertebroplasty. In this article, you will gain more insight about fractured vertebrae. 1. Reasons for Fractured Vertebrae…

2 Tips For Protecting An Open Fracture From Bacterial Infection

High-energy fractures are caused by accidents that require a large amount of energy or force. For example, if you are hit by a car at a high speed, then you may sustain a fracture to your leg. High-energy fractures often result in open fractures. The intense energy required can cause the bone to shatter. Since the bone is incredibly sharp, it can easily pierce through the layers of your skin. When an open fracture occurs, it is even more important to be aware of a possible infection.…