Orthopedic Blog - Page 2

    More evidence-based orthopedic insights from Dr. Anshul Goel.

    Sciatica vs Back Pain: Warning Signs That Need Urgent Spine Evaluation

    Sciatica vs Back Pain: Warning Signs That Need Urgent Spine Evaluation

    Back pain with pain travelling into the leg may involve irritation of a nerve root.

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    Stress Fracture Symptoms in Runners: When Pain Is More Than a Shin Splint

    Stress Fracture Symptoms in Runners: When Pain Is More Than a Shin Splint

    Pain that becomes more focal and worsens with running may be more than a routine training ache.

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    Hip Pain When Walking: Causes That Need an Orthopedic Assessment

    Hip Pain When Walking: Causes That Need an Orthopedic Assessment

    Hip pain while walking can come from the joint, surrounding muscles, spine, or an earlier injury.

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    ACL Tear Without Surgery: Who May Benefit From Non-Surgical Treatment?

    ACL Tear Without Surgery: Who May Benefit From Non-Surgical Treatment?

    An ACL tear does not automatically mean surgery for every patient.

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    Knee Replacement Recovery Timeline: Walking, Stairs, and Return to Daily Activities

    Knee Replacement Recovery Timeline: Walking, Stairs, and Return to Daily Activities

    Knee-replacement recovery progresses gradually and varies by health, surgical plan, and rehabilitation.

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    Shoulder Pain at Night: Common Causes and When to See an Orthopedic Surgeon

    Shoulder Pain at Night: Common Causes and When to See an Orthopedic Surgeon

    Night shoulder pain can disrupt sleep and make everyday movement difficult.

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    Arthroscopic Knee Surgery: What It Treats and How It Differs From Open Surgery

    Arthroscopic Knee Surgery: What It Treats and How It Differs From Open Surgery

    Arthroscopic knee surgery has transformed recovery for many knee conditions. Here's what it actually involves and why it differs so much from traditional open surgery.

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    Meniscus Tear Symptoms: When Does a Knee Injury Need an MRI?

    Meniscus Tear Symptoms: When Does a Knee Injury Need an MRI?

    A twisting knee injury can affect the meniscus, a cartilage cushion inside the joint.

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    Total Hip Replacement vs Partial Hip Replacement: What's the Difference?

    Total Hip Replacement vs Partial Hip Replacement: What's the Difference?

    Total and partial hip replacement aren't interchangeable options for the same problem. Here's what actually distinguishes them and when each is used.

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