OrthoCarolina Resources

Understanding Ankle Arthritis: Causes, Symptoms, and Today’s Treatment Options

The Link Between Poor Sleep and Chronic Orthopedic Pain

Quick Tips to Avoid Overuse Elbow Injuries in Youth Sports

Back Pain in Moms: Common Causes, Safe Lifting Tips, and When to Seek Help

When the Weather Cools, Joint Pain Creeps In: Why Fall Triggers Inflammation

When to Seek Help: Recognizing Common Pediatric Orthopedic Conditions

Understanding Scoliosis: Early Detection and Treatment Options

Understanding Growing Pains: What Every Parent Should Know About Children’s Joint Health

Common Orthopedic Issues and How to Prevent Them

What You Need to Know About Bone Density and Osteoporosis

The Evolving Landscape of Knee Joint Replacement: Outpatient Surgeries and Patient-Centric Care

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.

Webinar Series | Rotator Cuff Repairs & Tendon Transfers with Drs. Connor & Loeffler

Understanding Degenerative Disc Disease: What You Need to Know

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

Scrape the Pain Away: The Graston Technique® and At-Home Muscle Recovery Tips

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.

Royal H. Burpee Was a Real Person: Beyond the Name, the Man Behind the Iconic Fitness Test

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

So you’re having some new low back pain… now what?

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

How to Prevent Biceps Tendon Ruptures

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

Between the Bones Episode 9: Hip Arthroscopy with Dr. Weeks

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

Diagnosing Posterior Hip Pain

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.

How to Relieve Hip Pain from Arthritis

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

ACL Injuries 101 – What Is the ACL and Why Are Injuries So Common?

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: Causes & Treatments

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).

What Is Tendinitis?

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.

What You Need to Know about Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (Runner’s Knee)

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