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Orthopedic Surgeons Fix Hand Fractures

A hand fracture of your hand can occur in the long bones of your hand called the metacarpals or the small bones n your fingers called the phalanges. They can occur because of crushing injury, falling, a twisting injury or in sports through direct contact. Signs of a broken bone in your hand include: •  
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Five Things You Probably Did Not Know about ACL Reconstructions

The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is found in the center of the knee. Its main function is to keep the shin bone (tibia) from shifting forward and underneath the thigh bone (femur), controlling the degree of rotation in the joint of the knee. Each knee actually has two anterior cruciate ligaments. There are two main
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New Study Measures the Value of ACL Reconstruction Surgery

There are four major ligaments located within the knee including two cruciate ligaments (the ACL and PCL). Acting like strong ropes which actively hold the bones together thus keeping the knee stable, these ligaments can be injured in the following ways: Quickly changing directions Stopping suddenly Slowing down when running An incorrect landing when jumping
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Lumbar Spinal Stenosis Surgery by Orthopedic Doctor

In the majority of cases, the reason for doing spinal surgery or in this case lumbar spinal stenosis surgery is to relieve the pressure on your spinal cord and/or your nerve roots. An orthopedic doctor or surgeon will do the surgery. During the surgery, the damaged areas of the spine will be removed. When the
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Basics of Shoulder Impingement and Rotator Cuff Tendinitis

Of the various physical ailments a person can develop, pain in the shoulder is one of the most common. The shoulder is a combination of multiple muscles and tendons that help sustain the joint, providing a large range of motion for the ball and joint socket that houses the arm. Since there are such a
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Shoulder Instability Repair with a Phoenix Orthopedic Surgeon

Shoulder instability is often caused when the structures and tissues become dislocated or torn. When shoulder instability goes without treatment, it often leads to shoulder separation, which is another form of instability. With shoulder separation, the two areas of the shoulder responsible for providing it with stability actually dislocate from each other. These areas include
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Arthritis of and Treatment for the Shoulder

Many people worldwide suffer from some variation of arthritis, which is an inflammation of the joints. One of the most common spots for an individual to develop this inflammation is the shoulder, leading to stiffness, decreased range of motion, and general pain. Arthritis within the shoulder has no direct cure, but has several available treatment
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Shoulder Surgery Repairs Or Replaces Shoulder

Your shoulder is one of the most important joints in our entire body. However, as you age, your shoulders endure wear and tear and depending on the type of work you did, sports you played, previous injuries, etc., the wear and tear can become extremely bad – so bad that it becomes debilitating. Shoulder surgery
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Orthopedic Doctor Performs Knee Replacement Surgery

The most common joint replacement procedure is knee replacement surgery. A number of people suffer from knee arthritis but knowing when it is the correct time to have a knee replacement can be difficult. For many there’s a great deal of confusion over knee replacement surgery and what to expect. Knee Arthritis Most people think
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Options for Shoulder Surgery That You Should Know About

Your shoulder is an important joint. The trouble is, as you get older your shoulder joint becomes worn and for some it becomes so badly worn that it can lead a debilitating condition. In other instances, you might suffer a shoulder injury. In either instance, shoulder surgery restores your range of motion by repairing the
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