Ever been told that bad footwear, specifically high-heeled shoes, cause arthritis? This report, from the Journal of Epidemiology and Community Health, found no link between the development of knee ... Read More

Shin splints are a common problem in runners and jumping athletes. This symptom of pain over the front of the tibia is what orthopedists call shin splints. There are several ... Read More

Elbow pain and injuries are common complaints. Many pateints come to an orthopedic surgeon's office seeking help for a variety of elbow conditions. If you have problems with ... Read More

Who is the best orthopedic surgeon in your area? A tough question that has no simple answer. Some people think it's the professional team physician, others believe it's ... Read More

A fracture is a broken bone. A broken bone is a fracture. While many people believe that a fracture is a "hairline break," or a certain type of broken bone, ... Read More

A Baker's Cyst, or a popliteal cyst, is a collection of fluid on the back of the knee. Baker's cysts are usually caused by fluid from the knee joint collecting ... Read More

Walking is an excellent form of exercise that is great for the cardiovascular system and low-impact. However, even though walking is a safe form of exercise, injuries are not ... Read More

Football injuries are a common problem because of the nature of the sport. Prompt treatment of football injuries is important to ensure the athlete is able to return to play ... Read More

Trochanteric bursitis, also called hip bursitis, is a common problem of pain and inflammation over the ouside of the hip and thigh area. Treatment consists of resting and medications. Bursitis is ... Read More