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 [...]
Physician assistants in orthopaedics work alongside orthopaedic doctors to provide medical care to patients. A PA works as an extender to fill the gap between nurses and doctors. They can fulfill some of the duties of a doctor, like diagnosing or treating conditions. In this blog, we explore why seeing a physician assistant in orthopedics [...]
A number of the physicians at Cary Orthopaedics specialize in treating orthopaedic workplace injuries that involve workers’ compensation claims. We have an efficient process to provide quality patient care while coordinating with adjusters to satisfy workers’ compensation insurance requirements. Keep reading for what to know about workplace injuries. The Bureau of Labor Statistics found that 266,530 [...]
You may have heard the term degenerative disc disease as it relates to back pain. In fact, degenerative disc disease isn’t a disease at all. This condition describes damaged spinal discs, which can cause extreme back pain as well as other symptoms. Here is everything you need to know about degenerative disc disease. What is [...]
Your joints play a pivotal role in allowing you to move freely. Taking care of them can prevent painful conditions like arthritis and other joint-related problems. While you cannot control normal wear and tear from aging, you can minimize damage to knees, hips, back and other joints. Keep joints healthy by avoiding these bad habits. [...]
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 [...]
If you are considering surgery on your spine, it is crucial that you understand the procedure recommended by your doctor. Don't be afraid to ask your spine surgeon questions about the benefits, possible risks and expected outcomes. Being informed can help you feel confident about your decision to move forward. Here are the key [...]
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, [...]
