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19 06, 2024

Orthopedic Care for Teenagers

2024-06-04T09:12:24-05:00June 19th, 2024|Bone Health, Joint Pain, Lifestyle, Physical Therapy, Sports Medicine|Comments Off on Orthopedic Care for Teenagers

Children’s bodies change drastically during their teenage years, creating increased opportunities for orthopedic injuries. Learning about orthopedic care for teens and how to prevent and manage common orthopedic conditions will benefit both teens and their parents. The body hits its biggest and fastest growth spurt during adolescence – between the ages 10 and 14 for [...]

21 05, 2024

Biohacking to Better Health

2024-05-21T15:46:04-05:00May 21st, 2024|Bone Health, Joint Pain, Lifestyle|Comments Off on Biohacking to Better Health

In today’s society, we constantly look for shortcuts for everything we do. From time management to stress relief to healthy living, we are looking for “hacks” to make our desired results come more easily. But can you really hack your way to better health? With biohacking, yes. While this may sound intimidating, it’s actually pretty [...]

10 05, 2024

How Obesity Impacts Your Joints

2024-05-13T10:21:45-05:00May 10th, 2024|Bone Health, Joint Pain, Lifestyle|Comments Off on How Obesity Impacts Your Joints

When discussing health conditions caused by obesity, we most often hear about diabetes, heart disease and stroke. But did you know your weight can have a significant impact on your bones, joints and muscles, too? In this article, we address how obesity impacts your joints and ways to prevent joint damage with weight loss. Obesity has [...]

28 03, 2024

The Best Diet for Surgery Recovery

2024-04-22T22:47:56-05:00March 28th, 2024|Bone Health, Joint Pain, Physical Therapy, Spine Orthopaedics, Sports Medicine|Comments Off on The Best Diet for Surgery Recovery

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 [...]

19 03, 2024

What Type of Orthopedic Imaging is Best for Your Injury?

2024-02-21T13:44:23-05:00March 19th, 2024|Bone Health, Joint Pain, Spine Orthopaedics, Sports Medicine|Comments Off on What Type of Orthopedic Imaging is Best for Your Injury?

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 [...]

5 10, 2023

What is Plantar Fasciitis – Causes and Treatments

2023-09-17T21:55:47-05:00October 5th, 2023|Bone Health, Joint Pain|Comments Off on What is Plantar Fasciitis – Causes and Treatments

Plantar fasciitis is a common orthopedic condition that causes pain in the heel of the foot. The pain is usually more severe in the mornings and subsides as the muscles and ligaments warm up. This blog will explore the causes, symptoms, risk factors and treatment options for plantar fasciitis. What is plantar fasciitis? The plantar [...]

6 09, 2023

14 Foods to Reduce Joint Pain

2023-09-08T11:33:51-05:00September 6th, 2023|Bone Health, Joint Pain, Lifestyle|Comments Off on 14 Foods to Reduce Joint Pain

Cary Orthopaedics originally wrote and published this article in 2017 and has updated it with the latest research and information. Ben Franklin was right when he said: “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” We agree! Our orthopaedic specialists encourage patients to adopt dietary and exercise habits that reduce joint pain [...]

21 08, 2023

Common Ankle Injuries and Treatments

2023-07-27T19:31:12-05:00August 21st, 2023|Bone Health, Joint Pain, Physical Therapy, Sports Medicine|Comments Off on Common Ankle Injuries and Treatments

If you have ankle pain, it is helpful to understand common ankle injuries and treatments. The ankle specialists at Cary Orthopaedics are here to help. Ankles support every step we take. They are susceptible to injuries because of their complex structure and constant use. First, let's take a look at common ankle injuries: Ankle sprains [...]

5 06, 2023

The Difference Between Acute and Chronic Pain

2023-04-16T15:09:01-05:00June 5th, 2023|Bone Health, Joint Pain, Lifestyle, Physical Therapy, Spine Orthopaedics, Sports Medicine|Comments Off on The Difference Between Acute and Chronic Pain

At Cary Orthopaedics, our physicians and physical therapists see patients with different types of pain. Pain is how the body signals that something is wrong. Knowing what type of pain we have can help doctors diagnose and treat the issues causing it. Let’s take a closer look at the difference between acute and chronic pain, [...]

18 05, 2023

Benefits of Cross Training for Athletes

2023-04-16T14:51:57-05:00May 18th, 2023|Bone Health, Lifestyle, Sports Medicine|Comments Off on Benefits of Cross Training for Athletes

Cross-training is incorporating a variety of exercises into your regimen to improve your overall fitness and performance in your primary activity or sport. It can benefit athletes and active people of all ages and fitness levels. In this blog, we explore the benefits of cross-training for athletes and show you how to add to [...]

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