Baker’s cysts are swellings on the back of the knee, which can be very painful when bending the legs. Did you know that about 94 percent of these types of cysts are associated with an intra-articulator disorder, better known as cartilage tears. They can also be established with but not limited to osteoarthritis, inflammatory arthritis, […]
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How Running Can Strengthen Knees
Running is one of the most popular exercises for the right reasons. It can be done pretty much anywhere, indoors or outdoors, with little equipment. Many people believe that running leads to osteoarthritis of the knee. Some recent studies have found that running reduces the chances of acquiring OA, and it may even improve pain […]
Platelet Rich Fibrin Matrix at Back & Body Pain Relief
PRP therapy already provides some great results in improving the healing of different injuries and pain, including relief from plantar fascitis as shown below. One disadvantage with PRP in the past is that it has always been subject to operator skill and as other variables such as contamination between red and white blood cells which […]
The Two Things to Help Resolve Ankle Injury in Springfield
Ankle injuries can be problematic. While a simple sprain may decrease in pain relatively quickly, the ankle is still weak for a while after and thus susceptible to further injury. Proper treatment and recovery is necessary to help prevent future injury and to ensure the patient is back to full fitness properly. This is particularly […]
Heel Pain: What Is It and How Can I Treat It?
Our feet are complicated things. They’re made up of a complex of bones, joints and (get this) more than 100 tendons. As I said – complicated. And when you have heel pain, you’ve got a problem with the largest bone found in the foot. There are several conditions which might be indicated by heel pain […]
Here’s What Causes Those Calf Cramps You Get While Running
Is there anything more depressing than to be out there tearing up the road, when cramps hit? You’re blazing along and suddenly, they come. Like invisible demons with pitchforks, they stab at you, causing you to waddle your way to finish line. That’s an unfortunate look on anyone but runners dread cramping like no one […]
Springfield Doc Asks: Are Fractures Worse for Males than Females?
Are osteoporosis related fractures more dangerous for elderly men or elderly women? We are going to talk about the stats of this in the upcoming article. This study comes from the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, and is from March of 2017. It looks at the risks of osteoporosis related fractures. It’s likely thought and […]
How Much Should I do with Knee Arthritis in Springfield?
When it comes to the health of your knees, some people think you should use it or lose it, or they don’t wear them out too quickly by being too active. Which one is right? We are going to answer this question for you right now. Our study looks at and answers the question: If […]
Knee Braces and What they Can do for You in Springfield?
Knee braces are worn when one has some sort of pain in the knee, or in sports when one wants to prevent an injury. Braces are made from a combination of metal, foam, plastic, and elastic material/straps. We recommend and fit them here in our Springfield Back and Body practice. There are some different types […]
Helpful Exercises to Reduce Hip Pain
Hip pain can not only be debilitating, it can rob you of your mobility. Millions of Americans encounter hip problems and not all are older. Accidents and conditions like dysplasia and bursitis can have a profound impact on the integrity of the hip joints. But not all hip pain is in immediate need of surgery. […]
