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Working With An Orthopedist

A few years ago, I decided to take up running. I was bad at it at first, but after a few months, I got more comfortable. Unfortunately, right when I got good at running, I developed a bad pain in my left foot. At first, I decided to push past the pain, but it quickly became excruciating. I realized that it might be a good idea to talk with a doctor about my problem, and so I met with an orthopedist. He carefully watched my gait as I ran, and he decided to take some images to check out my bone health. It turned out that I had developed a stress fracture, and my doctor recommended surgery. This blog is all about ways that an orthopedist can help you, so that you can enjoy your hobbies.

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Working With An Orthopedist

2016

Tips For Improving Recovery From Knee Replacement Surgery

As people get older, their joints start to wear out and make it more difficult for them to move freely. This means hip replacement surgery and knee replacement surgery become necessary. While approximately 90 percent of people who have surgery experience large decreases in pain and an increased ability to have a more active lifestyle, the long recovery times make some people hesitate. For example, people with desk jobs often need to take between six and eight weeks off of work, and those who have jobs that require them to stand a lot may need as much as 12 weeks off of work.

Are You A Senior Who Lives Alone? Use These Tips For Preventing Falls

If you are over the age of 65 and live alone, it's a good idea to start being more diligent about lowering your risk of falling inside your house. More than one third of seniors 65 and over have a fall every year. Here's how to prevent falls. Change Your Bathroom Floor Tiles Because of water and hard surfaces, the bathroom can be the most dangerous room in your home and the place where you're most likely to fall.