The knees are the largest joints in the body. They bear our weight and absorb the shock of walking, jumping, dancing and moving. Over time, activities, injuries and disease can cause knee problems. When knee pain becomes severe and can't be alleviated by other non-invasive treatments, it may be time for a knee replacement. Joint [...]
Cary Ortho now offers ENROUTE™ nutritional supplements for surgery recovery Patients often ask us for advice on dietary actions they can take before and after their orthopaedic surgery to promote the healing process. The best diet for surgery recovery includes healthy proteins, vitamins and minerals. But it's often hard to know exactly what [...]
After an injury, medical providers often order diagnostic orthopedic imaging to see what has occurred inside of the body. Diagnostic imaging takes pictures of bones, ligaments, tendons, cartilage, muscles and more inside the body. These images help physicians determine how the injury has impacted the body to establish the best course of treatment. The three [...]
It is with mixed emotions that we announce the retirement of Dr. Douglas Martini, a cherished member of our Cary Orthopaedics family. After an illustrious career spanning over three decades, Dr. Martini has decided to embark on the next chapter of his life, bidding farewell to his distinguished role as a sports medicine expert in [...]
The video below discusses joint mobilization techniques in physical therapy that provide therapeutic benefits. Listen to what Cary Orthopaedics' physical therapist Chad Moses has to say about joint range of motion. What is joint mobilization? Joint mobilization is a skilled manual therapy technique. The physical therapist moves the patient's joints [...]
"Weekend warriors" are adults who occasionally play sports or engage in strenuous physical activities, often on the weekends. They enjoy staying active and playing hard after sitting at work all week. Many weekend warriors are former athletes who love to compete but no longer practice daily like they did in their teens or twenties. The combination [...]
