Your Achilles tendon is the largest tendon in the body, and it runs along the back of your leg and connects the calf muscles to your heel bone. The tendon makes it possible for you to walk, run, jump, and go up and down stairs -- basically every activity that requires the use of the legs is made Read More
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Signs of Needing Hip Replacement Surgery
Your hip is a ball-and-socket joint, and it has a protective cartilage cushioning to allow for smooth movement of the joint. Synovial fluid lubricates the cartilage to reduce friction during movement. If your cartilage becomes thin due to normal wear-and-tear or if the synovial fluid dries up, you Read More
Reasons You Should See An Orthopedic Doctor
Orthopedic doctors are experts of the musculoskeletal system, which includes the bones, muscles, tendons, ligaments, joints, and other connective tissue. So, when is the right time to see an orthopedic doctor? Before we get to that, let’s take a look at what an orthopedic doctor does. What Does An Read More
Most Common Types of Orthopedic Surgery
Orthopedic surgery is performed to repair injuries and treat conditions of the musculoskeletal system. Orthopedists can perform surgical and nonsurgical treatments on the bones, muscles, ligaments, tendons, and related tissues and structures. The field of orthopedic surgery has advanced to the Read More
