Sports Medicine

8 06, 2025

How to Treat a Torn ACL

2025-04-24T10:57:22-05:00June 8th, 2025|Joint Pain, Physical Therapy, Spine Orthopaedics, Sports Medicine|Comments Off on How to Treat a Torn ACL

The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is one of the most critical parts of the knee joint, and a torn ACL can be a common injury. An essential part of the knee, the ACL runs through the middle of the knee and controls the motion of the joint and provides stability. Because damaging the ACL can [...]

22 05, 2025

Bone Fractures – From Diagnosis to Recovery

2025-04-18T16:01:16-05:00May 22nd, 2025|Bone Health, Physical Therapy, Sports Medicine|Comments Off on Bone Fractures – From Diagnosis to Recovery

Whether hiking or mountain biking on nearby trails, beachcombing North Carolina shores, playing organized sports, walking around the neighborhood or working on the job, accidents happen. Bone fractures, or broken bones, are very common, with more than six million people experiencing one each year. The important role bones play in the body Our bones provide [...]

4 04, 2025

Patient Education Series:
Custom Orthotics

2025-03-08T22:15:00-05:00April 4th, 2025|Joint Pain, Lifestyle, Physical Therapy, Sports Medicine|Comments Off on Patient Education Series:
Custom Orthotics

Cary Orthopaedics physical therapist Chad Moses (PT, Cert. DN/SMT, GTS, CKTP, Dip. Osteopractic) produces our Patient Education Series to inform patients about various physical therapy modalities and techniques. We hope these videos and article will help answer your questions about custom orthotics. Please contact our office to schedule an appointment to find out if [...]

19 03, 2025

7-Point Plan for Successful Orthopedic Surgery Rehabilitation

2025-01-26T02:02:16-05:00March 19th, 2025|Joint Pain, Physical Therapy, Spine Orthopaedics, Sports Medicine|Comments Off on 7-Point Plan for Successful Orthopedic Surgery Rehabilitation

Nearly 19 million orthopedic surgeries are performed each year in the United States, with an extremely high satisfaction rate. The vast majority of patients experience significant improvement in their function and overall quality of life following ortho surgery. While patients can’t reverse some factors affecting successful orthopedic surgery rehabilitation – such age, physical health and [...]

4 03, 2025

How to Prevent and Treat Common Pickleball Injuries

2024-12-18T20:01:12-05:00March 4th, 2025|Bone Health, Joint Pain, Sports Medicine|Comments Off on How to Prevent and Treat Common Pickleball Injuries

One of the fastest-growing sports in the U.S. is pickleball, which combines elements of tennis, ping-pong and badminton. Part of what has made pickleball such a popular sport is that it appeals to a range of skill levels and ages. Pickleball players can compete in sports leagues or simply play recreationally with friends. Because pickleball [...]

20 02, 2025

Rotator Cuff Injuries and Treatment

2025-01-21T20:37:43-05:00February 20th, 2025|Joint Pain, Physical Therapy, Sports Medicine|Comments Off on Rotator Cuff Injuries and Treatment

Rotator cuff injuries are the most common tendon injury in adults. One-third of adults over 60 have a tear. That number increases to more than half for 80-year-old adults. Rotator cuff injuries can significantly impact daily life, but there are a variety of treatment options that can help. In this article, Cary Orthopaedic’s shoulder experts [...]

19 11, 2024

Tips for Healthy Knees

2024-11-19T17:47:16-05:00November 19th, 2024|Bone Health, Joint Pain, Lifestyle, Sports Medicine|Comments Off on Tips for Healthy Knees

The knee is the largest joint in the body. With its multiple bones, discs, ligaments, tendons and muscles, there are a lot of moving parts! These parts help the knee absorb the shock of walking, running, jumping and other daily activities. When someone experiences knee pain, it can impact their ability to get dressed, use [...]

7 11, 2024

Understanding Gender Related Orthopedic Injuries

2024-10-09T21:50:24-05:00November 7th, 2024|Bone Health, Joint Pain, Lifestyle, Sports Medicine|Comments Off on Understanding Gender Related Orthopedic Injuries

Studies have shown distinct differences between biological males' and females' bones, muscles and ligaments. These differences influence gender related orthopedic injuries and factor into the types of injuries a person may face in their lifetime. When it comes to the framework of the body – bones, muscles, ligaments and tendons – you may think [...]

8 10, 2024

Why Strength Training is Important – Especially Over Age 50

2024-09-16T16:37:56-05:00October 8th, 2024|Bone Health, Joint Pain, Lifestyle, Physical Therapy, Sports Medicine|Comments Off on Why Strength Training is Important – Especially Over Age 50

The key to building stronger bones and better balance, combating osteoporosis, staying independent and living longer may be as simple as adding strength training to your exercise routine. When people hear “strength training,” Hulk Hogan and Rocky may come to mind. While these men regularly exercise and lift weights, strength training for seniors is [...]

25 09, 2024

October is Physical Therapy Month

2024-09-25T10:21:28-05:00September 25th, 2024|Joint Pain, Lifestyle, Physical Therapy, Sports Medicine|Comments Off on October is Physical Therapy Month

Orthopedic physical therapy (PT) has been around since the early 19th century, but many people still don’t fully understand its benefits. In 1992, the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) designated October as Physical Therapy Month to raise awareness about this treatment. Cary Orthopaedics is celebrating National Physical Therapy Month by sharing ways PT improves [...]

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