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 [...]
Myofascial pain syndrome is chronic muscle pain and stiffness throughout the body. The source of the pain is usually a trigger point, a sensitive area of muscles that causes localized pain. The trigger point can refer pain to other parts of the body. Keep reading to learn the causes, treatment options and how to [...]
Headaches can interfere with our daily lives, affecting productivity and overall well-being. While there are various causes of headaches, one lesser-known reason is due to issues relating to orthopaedic trauma or disease. In this blog post, learn about cervicogenic headaches and other orthopaedic conditions that can cause headaches. Orthopaedic conditions are issues of the musculoskeletal [...]
Contributed by Janice Hirsch, Cary Orthopaedics Physical Therapist Assistant Oh, to be young again! We hear that often from our mature adult population, many of whom suffer from low back pain. But is that statement really accurate? As a physical therapy assistant at the Cary Orthopaedics Spine Center, I work with patients of all ages. From [...]
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, [...]
May is National Arthritis Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness about the prevalence and impact of arthritis. This disease is the number one cause of disability in the U.S., affecting more than 50 million people. In this blog, we share arthritis facts and arthritis myths to raise awareness. What is arthritis? Arthritis is a condition [...]
Watch and learn as Cary Orthopaedics physical therapist Chad Moses, PT, Cert. DN, Cert SMT, CKTP, GTS, Dip. Osteopractic discusses and demonstrates myofascial cupping, a type of soft tissue therapy. What is myofascial cupping? Myofascial cupping is a physical therapy technique that uses suction cups to create a negative pressure or vacuum over a [...]
Thousands of individuals undergo occupational therapy (OT) to improve their quality of life. In 2021, there were over 130,000 occupational therapists in the United States. Yet, only some people understand what OT is and how it can help them in their everyday lives. Cary Orthopaedics is celebrating Occupational Therapy Month this April by explaining how this healthcare profession helps [...]
Slips and falls can cause back, hip and knee injuries. Falls are common in Americans over 65, according to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), but they are preventable. Injuries from falls do not have to be a part of aging. Our orthopaedic experts offer these tips for trip, slip and fall prevention. Risk [...]
Pain starting in your lower back that runs down your leg may be sciatica. Pressure or damage to the sciatic nerve can cause radiating pain in your lower body. Let’s learn more about this nerve and how to ease sciatic nerve pain. The sciatic nerve is the largest nerve in the body. It begins [...]
