Blogs

Explore the evolution of knee joint replacement surgeries with Dr. Jesse E. Otero, MD, PhD, from OrthoCarolina Hip & Knee Surgery. Learn about outpatient procedures, conservative treatments, and patient-centered care.

Discover the key differences between acute and degenerative injuries, their diagnosis, treatment options, and recovery strategies to ensure optimal health and well-being.

Discover insights into degenerative disc disease, a common yet misunderstood condition, with expert advice from Claire Bingham at OrthoCarolina Hickory PT. Learn how physical therapy can help manage symptoms and improve quality of life.

Discover William Busse's inspiring journey from knee pain to resilience with the help of knee injections, offering hope and relief in the face of challanges.

Learn effective strategies for managing shin splints in soccer players and runners. Discover expert advice for pain management, injury prevention, and staying in the game pain-free.

Modeled from the centuries-old Chinese Gua Sha technique, the Graston Technique® relies on a special stainless-steel tool and massage method to stimulate blood flow and promote healing.

Explore scoliosis types, treatments, and diagnostics, including the Cobb angle and various scoliosis forms. Learn about bracing, surgery, and effective management through physical therapy. Gain insights into adolescent concerns, addressing back pain, muscle imbalance, and post-surgery care.

From CrossFit to functional training, discover how burpees offer a dynamic combination of aerobic and strength exercises for a fun and effective workout experience.

Learn about midline low back pain and how to manage it in this informative article. With up to 85% of people experiencing acute low back pain at some point in their life, it's important to know the best ways to improve mobility and reduce pain. Discover t

Shoulder dislocation and instability with OrthoCarolina MD, Bryan Saltzman.

Learn ways to reduce your risk of biceps tendon ruptures, courtesy of Dr. Edward Walker, MD.

On this episode of the Between the Bones Podcast, the host Adamtalksto Dr. Durham Weeks, a surgeon at OrthoCarolina.

Knowing which body part is potentially the cause can be very helpful in deciding where to ultimately seek treatment and feel better. This blog outlines different DIY screening tests you could try.

Hip arthritis and navigating non-surgical options prior to opting for surgery.

Knees are vulnerable to injury, particularly for athletes who regularly jump, pivot, twist and tackle. The ACL is the most common ligament in the knee to suffer injury. 

Turf toe, the largest joint in the big toe, which connects the first bone in the toe and the first long bone in the foot, is a sprain to the metatarsophalangeal joint (MTP).

Tendons, thick cords that connect your muscles to bones, are more important than you might realize. For people who have had tendinitis (also called tendonitis), inflammation of the tendons causes pain and swelling, sometimes severe, and can make it difficult to do the activities you love.

In the running community, patellofemoral pain syndrome (“PFPS”), or Runner’s Knee, has a reputation for being painful and frustrating.

Pediatric orthopedic surgeon Dr. Virginia Casey shares what parents need to know about clubfoot treatment on the Between the Bones podcast, powered by OrthoCarolina.

Although bones look static when preserved in a museum or modeled in a classroom, bone in your body is just as alive as your lungs, liver, or kidneys.

Ever wonder what Physician Assistants do? Here are 30 things you didn’t know about PAs.

Anatomy terminology is a highly detailed language to name all the parts of our bodies -- every bone, ligament and muscle. It’s like medical professionals speak one language at work and an entirely different one at home.

A hammertoe is a common foot deformity where one of the small toes has an abnormal bend in the middle toe joint. The condition can cause pain and make walking difficult.

Orthopedic foot & ankle specialists treat even the most complex foot and ankle problems and serve as a reliable source when surgery is recommended.

Foot and ankle problems can range from annoying to life-changing. Dr. Scott Biggerstaff, an orthopedic surgeon specializing in foot and ankle, addresses common conditions that can cause pain, stiffness and even odd sounds.