Hip pain has been a growing problem that negatively impacts everyday life, especially for seniors and adults. In fact, current studies suggest that almost 50% of seniors experience hip pain. Although disruptive and debilitating, a lot of people think that hip discomfort is a normal and inevitable part of aging. But it shouldn’t be. With […]
If you are currently plagued by severely painful knee arthritis or injury, you are not alone. Knee problems are a fairly common condition experienced by people of all ages. Its symptoms may vary in degree and severity, but one thing’s for sure一it can definitely affect your mobility and decrease your quality of life. Fortunately, there’s […]
Injuries to the elbow can be especially troublesome. The elbow is required for many daily tasks, such as getting dressed. Disruption in the functioning of the elbow can impact our ability to drive or perform at work. When you experience pain or mobility issues, your daily life can be significantly impacted. The elbow is a […]
Your hips consist of a ball and socket joint that mainly provides stability and function to the body. It has a cup-like structure called the acetabulum, which stabilizes the femur (thighbone) together with a network of surrounding muscles and ligaments. This structure helps the hip joints bear the weight of your entire upper body while […]
Carpal tunnel syndrome is a common condition. It can cause pain, numbness, and tingling down the arm into the hand. The cause? One of the hand's major nerves (the median nerve) is squeezed or compressed through the wrist. If left untreated, carpal tunnel syndrome usually gets worse over time. Early intervention, such as wearing a […]
Rotator cuff injuries can cause severe pain and weakness. They are caused by small tears in the tendons and tissues around the shoulder. Sometimes the injury will heal without surgical intervention, but if the damage is significant, it may be required to prevent permanent damage. Orthopedic Surgery Center Panther Creek is a team of surgeons who are experts in the diagnosis and treatment across the spectrum of orthopedic injuries.
Have you experienced chronic pain in your lower back? If conservative options have failed to relieve your pain, then it may be time to discuss lumbar microdiscectomy surgery. A lumbar discectomy is a surgery that will fix a disc in your lower back. Small incisions are used during a microdiscectomy versus an open lumbar discectomy. […]
Arthroscopic surgery is a minimally invasive procedure used to treat diseases and injuries of the joint. The surgeon uses a small camera or scope (arthroscope) and small tools to repair the joint through tiny incisions. Since the procedure involves smaller incisions than those with open surgery, healing and recovery are generally shorter. Though arthroscopic surgery […]
With most surgeries, some amount of pain is expected. Some people hesitate to have surgery out of fear of a long, challenging, and painful recovery. It is important to consider that some surgeries are more difficult to recover from than others, but you will find relief from your symptoms if you can get through the […]
Do you have pain and stiffness in your shoulder? You may have a frozen shoulder, also known as adhesive capsulitis. It is a condition that affects the capsule or joint lining of the shoulder. Over time, it can make the shoulder difficult to move or rotate. Sometimes frozen shoulders can get better on their own. […]
