5 Tips for Making Your Joints Last Longer
Do you feel like your joints are aging faster than you? You’re not alone. Truth is the number of joint replacement surgeries has gone up in recent years, but not necessarily among older Americans. Instead,
Joint Pain Coming at You from All Sides?
A sore knee, hip pain, a stiff shoulder. Are they to be expected as we get older? As we age, nagging joint pain becomes more common, and arthritis is to blame for most of those
What to Expect During Joint-Replacement Surgery and Recovery
When preparing for joint-replacement surgery, it’s natural to have a lot of questions. How long will I be out? When can I drive again? Will I need to be in the hospital for a long
Retiree Back to Playing Golf after Having Both Hips and Knees Replaced
Don Gustovich has been an active person his entire life, from his high school days of playing baseball, football and basketball, to a busy retired lifestyle that includes plenty of golf. At 69-years-old, he also
Joint Pain: When It’s Time to See an Orthopedist
If you’ve ever lived with joint pain for even a short period of time, you know it can be excruciating and significantly impact your daily quality of life. Treatment ranges from self-care and physical therapy
Why Younger Patients Are Opting for Joint Replacement
Within recent years, the number of joint-replacement surgeries has gone up, but not just among the older population. The number of Americans choosing joint-replacement surgery is increasingly moving toward a younger demographic. Research presented at
Texas Health Plano’s New Center Set to Provide Comprehensive Approach to Pain Management
If you have dealt with pain for years or it is a recent development, you know controlling it can be challenging. And with the recent opioid epidemic sweeping the United States, you may be concerned
Brace Yourself: Alleviating Joint Pain with Braces
It’s a fact of life that bodies young and old experience joint pain from time to time, usually from overuse, injury or a medical condition such as arthritis. And whether you’re a weekend warrior or