Gardening is a great way to spend time outside during beautiful summer weather. But if you’ve ever spent hours pulling weeds or planting flowers, you know just how hard it can be on your back, knees, and neck. Here are some quick tips to make sure that you stay pain free, even.....Read More
The term “spinal stenosis” is used to describe a condition in which the spinal canal becomes narrowed. This condition causes pressure on the spinal cord, as well as on the nerves that affect the legs and arms. It typically manifests in the neck (cervical) and in the low back.....Read More
Everyone knows that running puts a pounding on your knees. The constant pressure of slamming your foot against a surface can cause many parts of the knee to break down, and one of these places is the patellofemoral junction. The patella is your kneecap and serves to protect the.....Read More
This Infographic shows the steps a brain goes through during an injury to produce a pain response. It shows the difference between acute and chronic.....Read More
Over 200,000 people sustain anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries every year, and ACL reconstructions are some of the most common procedures implemented in the United States. More young individuals than ever are afflicted with such injuries, and young athletes who suffer from.....Read More
The knee joint is one of the largest in the body, rivaling others in complexity and importance. Since it is so vital to movement, it is quite easy to injure the knee through simple actions or athletic endeavors. Part of the reason it can sustain so many problems is because it is.....Read More
Comparison Between a Healthy Knee Joint and Knee Osteoarthritis
September 7, 2015As our bodies age we unfortunately experience more health problems, and one of these is arthritis. Osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common form of arthritis and the third-leading cause of disability. By age 65, half the population has OA and this number expected to rise. Up to 90%.....Read More
The knee is an integral joint in terms of movement, but this joint absorbs much impact while it supports the weight of the body. Depending on the type of activities that you engage in, the level of impact absorbed by your knee may vary. The knee joint connects the kneecap (the.....Read More
Understand shoulder pain and how to treat common injuries including shoulder tendinitis, frozen shoulders, and rotator cuff tears. Frozen shoulder You have immediate pain with any movement of your shoulder. Limited range of motion and stiffness as your range of motion.....Read More
Knee replacement surgery is a common procedure for senior citizens, and the most common age or patients needing this is 69 years old. Women are slightly more susceptible to needing this procedure than men. Being fit and healthy helps to reduce the chance of surgery but some fitness.....Read More
Los Angeles Laker Kobe Bryant is a young man in the world of everyday people. At 36 the NBA star is at the start of his life. However, in basketball terms, he’s over the hill and experiencing injuries at an alarming pace. Although basketball doesn’t tend to generate the amount.....Read More
Baseball is generally considered to be a “no contact” sport, unlike football. However, this does not mean that a person who participates in the sport does not run the risk of sustaining an injury due to a collision. A baseball player may experience an injury after colliding with.....Read More
Knee injuries are serious, but can be treated in a variety of ways. The common ways that a knee problem can cause pain are: Meniscus Injuries Tendon Injuries Ligament Injuries We only use surgery as a last resort, and will always try non invasive methods including physical.....Read More
Of all the joints in the human body, the wrist is by far the most intricate. This joint comprises an assortment of ligaments and bones. There are 10 bones in the wrist, and the ligaments serve to connect these bones, as well as to provide support for them. Young Athletes and Wrist.....Read More
Sports injuries are a common medical problem, and they usually affect the joints and back. The ankles, knees, hips, shoulders, elbows, and wrists are all at risk for repetitive stress injuries or the trauma of an immediate impact. It isn’t just athletes who are taking advantage of.....Read More
How Football Players Can Protect Themselves from Knee and Head Injuries
April 24, 2015We want to reduce knee and ankle injuries while protecting players from concussions, as these are some of the most common conditions faced by all football players. The goal is to help make the game safer for players by using proper blocking and tackling techniques Football is under.....Read More
Joints can break down for a number of reasons, but sometimes the joint just breaks down due to overuse. This is where mechanical stress comes into play. Any number of factors can impact a joint and cause it to breakdown and eventually fail. It doesn’t just affect the large joints.....Read More
The hand and wrist are a complex series of bones, tendons, and ligaments that allow you the dexterity to do anything from writing on paper to turning a screwdriver. This system is not without its problems, and since it has so many moving parts, it can often breakdown in ways that.....Read More
Rotator cuff injuries are unfortunately very prevalent for people with active lifestyles. Common problems related to rotator cuff injuries are partial rotator cuff tears, tendinosis, calcific tendonitis, and full thickness tears. Shoulder injuries can be caused by general.....Read More
Knee pain connected to an autoimmune disease is uncomfortable and can seriously restrict your daily activities. Your knee is the largest joint in your body and bears most of your standing body weight. The knee is a tough and sometimes problematic joint. When you're feeling knee.....Read More
Having a knee replacement operation is a big decision, and one that we will work to avoid if possible. Knee replacement was the 14th most common procedure in the last period, and over 4.5 million americans are currently living with one or more brand new knees. Luckily the success.....Read More
Keep your life in motion with healthy knees. Job related osteoarthritis costs up to 13.2 billion dollars per year in lost productivity and worker downtime. Knee injuries and chronic conditions have many treatment options, from physical therapy, medication, and minimally invasive.....Read More
Here are the 5 most common bones kids have. The include the humerus, ulna, radius, tibia and fibula. Arms and lower legs are the most frequently injured parts of childrens' bodies. The most common causes of bone fractures in young people is: monkey bars, trampolines, scooters,.....Read More
Knee problems affect millions of Americans every year, advances in surgical techniques are decreasing the continuation of knee afflictions. Athletes with torn ligaments in the past were usually advised to end their careers. With the advancement of ACL, MCL, and arthroscopic.....Read More
What you need to know about back pain. Lower back pain is the most common cause of disability, and unfortunately 80% of people will have back pain at some point in their lives. Back pain is the primary cause of work related disability for people over age.....Read More
Here is a neat little graphic showing you everything that we can do to help you feel better and solve your pain issues. We help take care and repair your body, one joint at a.....Read More
Brad inured his knee playing baseball on the senior Torrance league when he collapsed in pain and had to be carted of the field. When he tried to stand, he felt pain and instability of his knee joint. He decided to ice it overnight and see an orthopedic surgeon in the morning if it.....Read More
NFL Football player Robert Griffin III has had multiple knee surgeries during his career, and this graphic outlines his treatment and timeline for recovery. Playing professional football is a rough job, and it has resulted in 3 major surgical procedures for Robert Griffin III's.....Read More
Meet the surgeons and staff at Sports and Spine Orthopaedics in Torrance and El Segundo. Hospital Affiliations Torrance Memorial Medical Center Providence Little Company of Mary Medical Center Up-to-date non-surgical and surgical orthopaedic care, physical therapy, digital X-ray,.....Read More