If you have pain along the inside of your feet, you might have fallen arches. It's possible to develop flat feet as an adult due to an injury of a tendon, the extra weight of obesity, or even as a result of aging. Flat feet aren't always a problem, and if they don't bother you, you don't necessarily need to treat the condition. However, if you like to take long walks, run, or play sports, flat feet can cause pain in your feet and ankles due to the stress on your tendons.
[Read More]
3 Knee-Related Issues That Require You To See An Orthopedic Surgeon
In just about every activity that you partake in on a daily basis, your knees will be involved. As a result, they are subjected to a significant amount of stress on a daily basis – much more than many of your other joints. While aches and pains here and there are inevitable, how are you supposed to know when the pain is too much and serious enough to warrant a visit to an orthopedic surgeon?
[Read More]
5 Tips For Recovering From Open Carpal Tunnel Release
Carpal tunnel syndrome is an unpleasant condition the affects the hand. The condition is caused when a major nerve that crosses over the carpal bones and into the wrist is compressed. A person with carpal tunnel syndrome may experience burning, tingling, or numbness in the hand. Severe carpal tunnel syndrome is typically treated with surgery at places like Town Center Orthopaedic Associates, P.C. If you're planning to have an open carpal tunnel release surgery, use the following tips for a smooth recovery.
[Read More]
Decor Tips For Your's Parent's New Senior Living Apartment
Now that your elderly parent has chosen their new assisted-living apartment, you are tasked with the overwhelming task of helping them move in. While the actual moving is physically demanding, choosing what items to take, what items to donate, and what items to store can quickly become mentally overwhelming. If you are feeling frustrated by the decision-making process, here are some tips to help you decide what items to move into the new apartment:
[Read More]