Orthopedic Care Tips & Advices

What are hammer toes? Hammer fingers are a painful deformity of your second, third or fourth finger. The condition causes your toe or several fingers to contract upward and permanently bend in the middle joint. The end of the toe or fingers flexes downward and creates a shape that vaguely resembles a hammer. What causes hammer toes? Hammer toes are caused by imbalances in the strength of themuscles of the lower leg and foot. Your muscles work in pairs to straighten and bend the toes. If your toe bends and stays in the same position for a period of time, then your muscles tense and become unable to stretch. It is believed that poorly fitting and high-heeled shoes play an important role in the development of hammer toes, as they can push the lower toes to a bent position that eventually causes the muscles of the toes Feet are unable to straighten the finger, even when there is no shoe confinement. It is also believed that arthritis, injuries and bunions cause hammer t...

  It's ironic that the people who are most likely to suffer a torn ligament in a knee injury are those with more active lifestyles. The vast majority of these serious injuries occur among athletes, such as footballers or runners, or among those with a high degree of physical activity in their routines. A torn ligament in knee patients causes the person not only to suffer, but to have more to lose from these injuries. That's why the experts at the Expert Joint Care Clinic take knee ligament injuries very seriously; We are careful to select the most appropriate treatment plan for your knee injury based on the specific details of the injury, your medical history, and your lifestyle. A torn ligament in knee patients should not signify long-term alterations in their active lifestyle; But, if left untreated or treated ineffectively, this may be the unfortunate reality they face. Torn ligament in knee patients: three common causes There are many types of injuries that can affect the...

Direct anterior hip replacement is an innovative and advanced approach to hip replacement that significantly improves surgical outcomes. It is gaining popularity among patients and surgeons alike due to the following benefits: Less damage to surrounding muscles - There are fewer muscles located in the front of the hip. The surgeon does not cut or separate any of these muscles and instead can work between the muscles to access and replace the damaged hip joint. Faster recovery: Because there are fewer injuries to the hip muscles, they can provide better support for the new hip joint. In a randomized study conducted by the Mayo Clinic, patients were able to achieve functional milestones such as discontinuation of the walker or walking a half mile approximately 5 days earlier with direct anterior hip replacement. Smaller Incision Size: Direct anterior approach hip replacement can be performed through a single 4-inch incision. The posterior hip replacement approach generally requires a 9 ...

 H and and elbow pain has many potential causes, including: Fractures - A broken bone may be the cause of your pain if you recently fell, were in a car accident, or received a blow to your arm or hand. Stress fractures, small cracks in the bone, can also cause pain. A strain or sprain: The muscles in the hand or around the elbow may have become strained or twisted. Sprains or strains are common in athletes who play racquet or contact sports, but can also occur if you lift a heavy object. Tennis elbow: Playing tennis or golf or participating in any type of activity that involves repetitive arm movements can increase the risk of developing tennis elbow. The condition occurs when the tendons in the elbow become inflamed or damaged. Arthritis : Arthritis occurs when the cartilage that protects the ends of the bones in the joints of the hands or elbows begins to wear down. Carpal tunnel syndrome: Pain, numbness, and tingling in the hand and fingers can occur due to pressure on a nerve...

Our ankles are one of the most important parts of our body structure and, all too often, they are overlooked. It is where three bones meet, the tibia and the fibula of the lower part of the leg with the talus of your foot. These bones are held together at the ankle joint by ligaments, strong elastic bands of connective tissue that hold the bones in place while allowing normal ankle movement. Then, the tendons join the muscles to the bones to make the ankle and foot move, while keeping the joints stable. Because they are such an important part of helping us move, ankle injuries are very common. Something as simple as walking on an uneven surface and a quick accidental trip can cause a debilitating and very painful sprain. Every day in the USA In the US, 25,000 people of all ages twist their ankles, which equates to more than one million per year. With these numbers, it is likely that we all have an ankle injury at some point. Let's take a closer look at these injuries, an...

Joint pain can rob you of the simple pleasures of life: you can no longer wait to walk your dog, do gardening or chase a tennis ball on the court. Even the basics for the day, such as getting into the car or taking the clothes to the basement, can become reminders of your limitations. Common causes of joint pain include arthritis, previous injuries, repetitive movement tension, posture problems, aging or inactivity. It is tempting to avoid the movements that cause you pain. But limiting your movements can weaken the muscles and worsen joint problems. But correct exercises performed correctly can be a lasting way of subjecting the ankle, knee, hip or shoulder pain . For some people, the correct exercise routine can even help to delay or perform side-step surgery. Your goal should be to combine soft and specific partial workouts with a simple walking routine. Your doctor should advise you before starting a new exercise program, but these simple stretching tips are impor...