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Welcome to the Patient Education Library of Paula Dillon Mays Therapy Clinics

We invite you to explore our comprehensive list of resources and educational materials designed to help educate you about any orthopedic condition you may face or treatment you may undergo. Simply click on the topic below to learn more.

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Physical therapy is an essential component for rehabilitating a wide range of orthopedic conditions and injuries. We have helped countless patients recover from injuries or surgery by providing individualized, results-driven care.
  • A Guide to Arthroscopy
    Arthroscopic Surgery is a procedure that allows surgeons to see, diagnose, and treat problems inside a joint.  The procedure, also called an Arthroscopy, requires only small incisions and is guided by a miniature viewing instrument or scope.  Before arthroscopy existed, ... Read More
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  • Achilles Tendon Tear and Repair
    The Achilles tendon is the most powerful tendon in the human body.  Tendons are strong tissues that connect muscles to bone.  The Achilles tendon is located in the lower back part of the leg and works with the calf muscles ... Read More
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  • ACL Tear and Reconstruction- Knee Ligament Injury
    The Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) is one of the most commonly injured ligaments in the knee.  Ligaments are strong non-elastic fibers that connect our bones together.  The ACL crosses inside of the knee, connecting our thighbone to our leg.  It ... Read More
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  • Ankle Replacement
    Total ankle replacement surgery, or ankle arthroplasty, can improve ankle function and relieve severe pain caused by arthritis and other conditions. As more FDA-approved ankle implants have become available, ankle replacement has become the preferred alternative to ankle fusion. ... Read More
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  • Ankle Sprain and Instability
    Ankle Sprains are a very common injury that can happen to anyone.  Our ankles support our entire body weight and are vulnerable to instability.  Walking on an uneven surface or wearing the wrong shoes can cause a sudden loss of ... Read More
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  • Anterior Hip Replacement
    When you need surgery to replace a damaged or diseased hip, some orthopedic surgeons have advanced training to perform anterior hip arthroplasty, also known as the direct anterior approach to hip replacement. This procedure is considered less invasive, as it ... Read More
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  • Aquatic Therapy
    Orthopaedic conditions, medical conditions, and neurological disorders may reduce your ability to bear weight on your legs, tolerate the impact exercise on land, or move against the forces of gravity.  Aquatic therapy is a rehabilitation option that allows people to ... Read More
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  • Arthritis
    Arthritis is a common disease that causes joint pain, stiffness, immobility, and swelling.  Arthritis is actually a term for a group of over 100 diseases that affect the muscle and skeletal system, particularly the joints.  Arthritis alters the cartilage in ... Read More
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  • Artificial Cervical Disc Replacement
    Degenerative disc disease is a common source of neck pain.  It is a condition that causes the discs in the spine to deteriorate or break down.  Artificial cervical disc replacement can be an alternative to spinal fusion surgery (ACDF) for ... Read More
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  • Artificial Lumbar Disc Replacement
    Degenerative disc disease is a common cause of chronic low back pain.  It is a condition that causes the discs in the spine to deteriorate or break down.   Artificial lumbar disc replacement can be an alternative to spinal fusion surgery ... Read More
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  • Balance Retraining and Vestibular Rehabilitation
    Balance retraining and vestibular rehabilitation are used to treat balance disorders and movement related dizziness.  Balance is a complex function that involves the coordination of many body systems.  Balance requires the ability to produce movements and interpret information about your ... Read More
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  • Bennett's Fracture Fracture of the Base of the Thumb
    A Bennett’s fracture occurs when the bone at the base of the thumb breaks and dislocates.  It results from a forceful injury, such as during fist fighting, playing football, accidents, or a fall.  A Bennett’s fracture causes thumb swelling, pain, ... Read More
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  • Bite Injuries - Animal Bites
    Animal bite injuries can cause skin wounds and structural damage to the hand.  Infection and, and less commonly, rabies are always a main concern.  Pets are the most common source of bite injures, although they may result from wild animals ... Read More
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  • Bite Injuries - Human Bites
    Human bite injuries result from fist fighting or the intentional act of biting to inflict harm.  Bite injuries occur during fist fighting if the fist of one person strikes the teeth of another person.  Hand injuries from human bites can ... Read More
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  • Bouttoniere Deformity - Finger Deformity
    A boutonniere deformity occurs when the tendon that straightens the middle joint of your finger is injured, weakened or stretched.  The injury allows the middle finger joint to bend (flex) and the end finger joint to pull back and hyperextend.  ... Read More
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  • Boxer's Fracture - Knuckle Fracture of the Pinky
    A Boxer’s fracture occurs when the bone at the knuckle of the little finger breaks.  It can result from a forceful injury during fist fighting or hitting a solid object, such as a wall.  A Boxer’s fracture causes swelling, pain, and stiffness.  ... Read More
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  • Bunionette
    A bunionette is a bump that occurs near the base of the little toe.  They are not as common as bunions, a similar condition that develops near the base of the big toe.  However, people with bunionettes often have bunions ... Read More
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  • Bunions
    Bunions are a common foot deformity, especially in females.  They most frequently result from wearing shoes that are too small and or have a high heel.  Abnormal pressure from poor fitting shoes causes the bones in the big toe and ... Read More
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  • Carpal Instability - Wrist Ligament Injury
    Carpal instability occurs when the small bones in the wrist move out of position and compromise joint functioning.  This may result when the ligaments that hold the bones together are torn or when the bones are fractured or affected by arthritis.  ... Read More
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  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is a common condition that affects the hand and wrist.  It occurs when the Median Nerve in the wrist is compressed.  Nerves carry messages between our brains, spinal cord, and body parts.  The Median Nerve carries signals ... Read More
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  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome - Open Release Surgery
    Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is a common condition that affects the hand and wrist.  It occurs when the Median Nerve in the wrist is compressed.  Nerves carry messages between our brains, spinal cord, and body parts.  The Median Nerve carries signals ... Read More
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  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome- Endoscopic Release Surgery
    Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is a common condition that affects the hand and wrist.  It occurs when the Median Nerve in the wrist is compressed.  Nerves carry messages between our brains, spinal cord, and body parts.  The Median Nerve carries signals ... Read More
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  • Cartilage Tears
    Articular cartilage is a substance that covers the ends of many of your bones.  It cushions them during movement and provides a smooth surface for the bones in a joint to glide on.  The meniscal cartilages in the knee differ ... Read More
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  • Cervical Degenerative Disc Disease - ACDF
    Cervical degenerative disc disease is a condition that can compress the spinal cord and nerves in the neck.  Intervertebral discs are shock-absorbing pads located between vertebrae, the small bones that make up your spine.  Aging can cause the discs to ... Read More
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  • Cervical Radiculopathy - ACDF
    Cervical radiculopathy is a condition that results when a nerve is pinched or irritated as it leaves the spine in the neck.  Nerves from the spinal cord exit at various levels from the spinal column and travel throughout the body.  With ... Read More
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  • Cervical Spondylitic Myelopathy - ACDF
    Cervical spondylitic myelopathy is a condition that affects the spinal cord in the neck.  It is the most common spinal cord disorder in the United States.  Cervical spondylitic myelopathy most frequently occurs in adults because of degenerative changes in the ... Read More
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  • Clavicle Fracture - Broken Collar Bone
    Clavicle fractures are a common orthopedic injury, especially among infants and young children.  The clavicle, known as the collarbone, is a long bone located at the top of the chest.  A clavicle fracture most frequently results from trauma.  The majority ... Read More
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  • Claw Toe
    Claw toe most frequently develops in older women.  It causes the joint at the base of the toe to bend upward and the other joints of the toe to bend downward, in the shape of a claw.  Claw toe may ... Read More
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  • Cluster Headache
    Cluster headaches are named so because they occur in predictable patterns, often as regular as clockwork.  They are one of the most painful types of headaches.  Fortunately, treatments and medication can help reduce symptoms and the number of headache episodes. ... Read More
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  • Cold Therapy
    Cold therapy is a non-surgical non-medication modality used to help relieve pain and swelling.  Cold therapy is commonly used immediately following an injury.  There are many forms of cold therapy, including ice massage, commercial cold packs, or ice packs.  Your ... Read More
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  • Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) - Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy (RSD)
    Complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS) is a type of chronic pain syndrome.  CRPS was formerly called reflex sympathetic dystrophy (RSD) and shoulder-hand syndrome.  CRPS causes severe burning pain and possible eventual deterioration of an affected arm or leg.  The cause ... Read More
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  • Concussion (TBI)
    A concussion is a traumatic brain injury (TBI) that occurs from a direct hit to the head. Concussions can also occur when the head or body is forcefully shaken. Brain injuries can lead to temporary confusion, headaches, and much more. ... Read More
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  • Congenital Hand Differences
    Congenital hand differences are abnormalities present at birth.  They occur before birth when an embryo is developing the upper extremity.  Congenital hand differences are caused by genetic, environmental, and unknown reasons.  A variety of hand conditions may occur.  A hand ... Read More
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  • Cubital Tunnel Syndrome - Ulnar Nerve Transposition
    Cubital Tunnel Syndrome is a condition caused by pressure on the ulnar nerve at the elbow.  Nerves carry messages between the brain, spinal cord, and body parts.  When a nerve is compressed, it cannot function properly.  Cubital Tunnel Syndrome is ... Read More
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  • de Quervain's Tendonitis - Wrist Tendonitis
    De Quervain’s Tendonitis is a condition caused by an inflammation of the tendons located at the thumb side of the wrist.  Tendons are tissues that attach our muscles to our bones.  They can become swollen and sore from over use.  ... Read More
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  • Degenerative Disc Disease-Spine Degeneration
    Degenerative Disc Disease is a condition that causes the intervertebral discs in the spine to deteriorate or breakdown.  Intervertebral discs are the shock-absorbing pads located between your vertebrae.  The vertebrae are the series of bones that make up your spine. Degenerative ... Read More
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  • Dupuytren's Disease
    Dupuytren’s disease causes an abnormal thickening of the tissues located underneath the skin in the palm of the hand.  As the tissue thickens it can form lumps and strong cords.  The abnormal growth causes the fingers to bend in towards ... Read More
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  • Electrotherapy - Pain Management
    Electrotherapy is a treatment method that can help reduce acute and chronic pain.  It may be especially helpful immediately following an injury.  Electrotherapy involves stimulating nerve fibers with small electrical currents.  The electrical stimulation may promote the release of natural pain ... Read More
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  • Exercise Therapy
    Exercise therapy focuses on helping the body function at a higher level of efficiency.  Exercise is important for helping all body systems function optimally while preventing injury, pain, and deterioration.  Exercise therapy may help improve flexibility, strength, endurance, and posture.  ... Read More
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  • Exercise Therapy - Pain Management
    Exercise therapy focuses on helping the body function at a higher level of efficiency.  Exercise is important for helping all body systems function optimally while preventing injury, pain, and deterioration.  Exercise therapy may help improve flexibility, strength, endurance, and posture.  ... Read More
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  • Extensor Tendon Injuries
    An extensor tendon injury occurs when the tendon is torn, cut or otherwise detached.  The extensor tendons are attached to the back of your fingers and thumbs.  They allow your fingers and thumbs to straighten and perform fine coordinated movements.  ... Read More
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  • Femur Fracture
    The bone in your thigh is called the femur.  It is the strongest and longest bone in the body.  The femur is very difficult to break or fracture, but it can, as the result of a high impact vehicle crash or ... Read More
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  • Flexor Tendon Injuries
    A flexor tendon injury occurs when the tendon is cut or ruptures.  The flexor tendons are attached to the palm side of your fingers and thumbs.  They allow your finger and thumb joints to bend, grasp items, and perform fine ... Read More
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  • Fractures
    Bones are the hardest tissues in your body.  Although bones are strong, they can split or break under too much pressure or force.  A broken bone is called a fracture.  Fractures can occur in a variety of ways.  The most ... Read More
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  • Gait Training
    Gait refers to the manner in which you ambulate or walk.  A safe gait is necessary for independent living and the prevention of falls and injuries.  Strength, endurance, motion, balance, and coordination are all components of an effective gait.  These ... Read More
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  • Ganglion Cysts - Foot
    Ganglion cysts are a common condition that can develop on the top or bottom of the foot.  They are not harmful or cancerous, although they may cause discomfort.  Ganglion cysts that are painful or interfere with walking are first treated without ... Read More
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  • Ganglion Cysts - Wrist and Hand Lumps and Bumps
    Ganglion Cysts are a common condition.  They are not harmful or cancerous, although they may cause some people discomfort.  Ganglion Cysts usually appear as bumps on the back of the hand and at either side of the wrist.  They are ... Read More
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  • Hallux Rigidus - Stiff Big Toe
    Your big toes help you maintain balance.  They receive a huge amount of stress each time you walk, stand, squat, or climb stairs. People with degenerative arthritis may develop a condition called hallux rigidus, meaning a “stiff big toe.”  Hallux ... Read More
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  • Hammer Toe
    Hammertoe most commonly affects the second toe on the foot.  It causes the middle joint to bend.  Hammertoe is most frequently caused by structural problems in the toe or from wearing poor fitting shoes.  It is important to diagnose and ... Read More
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  • Hamstring Muscle Injuries
    Hamstring muscle injuries create sudden pain at the back of the thigh.  Hamstring injuries occur most frequently among athletes and dancers. The hamstring muscles can strain or tear.  Most hamstring tears do not require surgery.  Physical rehabilitation ... Read More
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  • Hand Dislocations
    Hand dislocations occur when a force causes the bones in the fingers or wrist to move out of position.  Sports, falls, job-related injuries, and motor vehicle crashes are the most common causes of hand dislocations.  Symptoms can include deformity, extreme ... Read More
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  • Hand Nerve Injury and Repair
    Nerve injuries in the hand can result from cuts, pressure, stretching, or crush injuries.  An injured nerve cannot transmit nerve signals.  An injured nerve can cause a lack of sensation, movement, or both.  Some types of nerve injuries may heal ... Read More
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  • Hand Therapy
    Hand Therapy is a specialized area of rehabilitation.  Your doctor may refer you to an occupational therapist or physical therapist with advanced skills or a Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) for hand therapy.  A CHT is an occupational or physical therapist ... Read More
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  • Heat Therapy
    Heat therapy is a treatment used to help relieve pain and muscle stiffness.  Heat therapy is commonly used to reduce long-lasting or chronic pain.  There are many forms of heat therapy, including commercial heat packs, heating pads, and moist or ... Read More
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  • Heel Pain
    Your heels bear tons of pressure each day when you stand and walk.  It’s no wonder that heel pain is a common complaint.  Heel pain occurs for a variety of reasons, from wearing the wrong type of shoes to abnormal ... Read More
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  • Heel Spurs
    Heel spurs are abnormal bony growths that develop at the back of or under the heel.  Inflammation around a spur, more so than the spur itself, can cause significant pain.  Fortunately, symptoms can be eased with non-surgical treatments for the ... Read More
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  • Herniated Disc Cervical/ACDF - Slipped Disc in the Neck
    A herniated or “ruptured” disc is a common source of neck pain and arm pain.  Discs are the shock-absorbing pads that are between vertebrae, the series of small bones that make up your spine.  Your cervical spine is located in ... Read More
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  • Hindfoot Fracture
    It takes a lot of force to fracture the bones in the hindfoot.  A fracture is a broken bone.  Injuries most frequently result from car crashes or falls from a significant height.  Fractures may occur in the heel or the ... Read More
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  • Hip Arthroplasty - Hip Replacement
    The hip is one of the most commonly replaced joints.  The hip is a ball and socket joint.  It allows us to move our legs and bend and straighten our body.  Osteoarthritis, a type of arthritis, is the main reason ... Read More
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  • Hip Fracture - ORIF
    Hip Fractures are most commonly caused by falls.  The risk for Hip Fractures increases with age.  Older adults, especially those over the age of 85, are at the highest risk because of changes in bone structure and overall health.  Medical ... Read More
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  • Hip Resurfacing
    Hip resurfacing is a procedure that is used to relieve pain and restore function for people with arthritis or other hip conditions.  Unlike traditional total hip replacement, hip resurfacing does not remove the bones in the joint, but instead resurfaces ... Read More
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  • Humerus Fracture - Broken Upper Arm
    Humerus fractures are common.  The humerus is the long bone in your upper arm.  A fracture is a broken bone.  The humerus is most frequently fractured as the result of a fall or motor vehicle crash.  Depending on the location ... Read More
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  • Incontinence - Urine
    Urinary incontinence is as concerning as it can be inconvenient and embarrassing.  Urinary incontinence is the involuntary loss of urine.  It is not a disease, but rather a symptom.  There are many causes of incontinence; some are more serious than ... Read More
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  • Kienbock's Disease
    Kienbock’s disease is a progressive condition that affects the lunate bone in the wrist.  It occurs when there is disruption in the blood supply to the lunate bone.  The exact cause of Kienbock’s disease is unknown.  It occurs when there ... Read More
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  • Knee Arthroscopy
    The knee is the largest joint in our body.  It is one of the most easily injured joints.  Our knees are exposed and vulnerable to sport or work injuries.  Knee problems can also occur from disease, aging, or “wear and ... Read More
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  • Knee Tendon Bursitis - "Goosefoot"
    Knee tendon bursitis can develop at the inner (medial) knee. Knee tendon bursitis results from trauma, overuse, and degenerative joint disease.  The painful inflammatory condition develops most frequently in athletes, middle-aged women with obesity, and older adults ... Read More
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  • Lisfranc Fracture Dislocation
    A Lisfranc fracture occurs in the bones of the midfoot.  The fracture results from dropping something heavy on the foot or severely twisting the foot during sports or an accident.  If you suspect you have a Lisfranc fracture, you should see ... Read More
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  • Low Back Pain
    The vertebrae in your lower back are larger than in any other part of your spine.  Vertebrae are the series of bones that align to form your spine.  The spinal section in your lower back is called the lumbar spine.  ... Read More
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  • Lumbar Discectomy
    The regions of the spine are defined by their vertebral curvature and function.  Vertebrae are the bones that align to make up your spine.  The lumbar spine is located in your lower back.  The main function of the lumbar spine ... Read More
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  • Lumbar Stenosis
    The low back is a common place to experience pain.  This area of the back is called the lumbar spine.  The main function of the lumbar spine is to support the weight of your upper body.  The joints of the ... Read More
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  • Mallet Finger Injury - Baseball Finger
    A mallet finger injury occurs when the tip of a finger or the thumb is forcefully flexed.  The force injures the tendon that straightens the fingertip joint.  A mallet finger injury is also referred to as a baseball finger injury ... Read More
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  • Massage Therapy
    Good circulation is an important element of whole body health.  Massage therapy can help stimulate and improve circulation to remove the collections of waste products in lymph that cause discomfort.  It can help to relieve pain and stiffness and improve ... Read More
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  • Meniscus Tears - Knee Cartilage
    The menisci are cartilage structures in the knee joint that act as buffers between the bones.  The menisci are vulnerable to injury, especially during twisting motions used for sports.  Some tears in certain parts of the meniscus may heal on ... Read More
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  • Metatarsal Fracture
    Your forefoot acts as a springboard with each step you take, and a cushion when your foot touches the ground.  The metatarsal bones located in the forefoot bear and shift your body weight to help maintain balance.  Jumping, twisting, dancing, ... Read More
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  • Minimally Invasive Hip Replacement - Hip Arthroplasty
    The hip is one of the most frequently replaced joints.  Osteoarthritis, a type of arthritis, is the main reason for hip replacement surgery.  Other conditions, including trauma, may also require the need for a hip replacement.    Arthritis is a disease ... Read More
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  • Minimally Invasive Knee Replacement - Knee Arthroplasty
    Knee Replacement Surgery is the most common type of joint replacement surgery.  The knee is one of the most easily injured joints.  Knee problems can occur from injury, aging, “wear and tear,” and arthritis.   Arthritis is a disease that causes joint ... Read More
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  • Minimally Invasive Lateral Access Spine Surgery
    In the past, spinal fusion surgery meant large incisions, muscle detachment and lengthy recoveries.  Innovations in spine surgery instruments and surgical techniques provide a much more pleasant experience for patients requiring spine surgery.  Minimally invasive lateral access spine surgery (lateral ... Read More
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  • Minimally Invasive Posterior Fusion Spine Surgery
    Spinal fusion surgery is used to secure two bones together in the spine for people with back pain or spine instability.  Traditional spinal fusion surgeries required a large incision, muscle stripping, and lengthy hospital stays.   Advancements in spine surgery have ... Read More
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  • Morton's Neuroma
    Morton’s Neuroma is a painful foot condition.  It occurs when a nerve near the toes becomes compressed and inflamed.  If diagnosed early, most cases of Morton’s Neuroma can be treated without surgery.  However, surgery for the condition has a high ... Read More
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  • Myofascial Release
    Myofascial release is a rehabilitation treatment that can relieve pain and relax muscles and tissue.  Myo is the prefix for muscle, and fascial refers to the smooth tough tissue that covers them.  When muscles are injured or strained, both the ... Read More
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  • Neck Pain
    The neck is a very vulnerable part of the spine.  It is susceptible to injury.  Muscle, ligament, nerve, and spine injuries are common causes of neck pain.  Poor posture and “wear and tear” can also cause neck pain.  Degenerative diseases, ... Read More
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  • Neuromuscular Re-education
    Neuromuscular re-education is a technique used by rehabilitation therapists to restore normal movement.  Together, your nerves and muscles work to produce movements.  Nerves send signals between your muscles and your brain  about when, where, and how fast to move. It ... Read More
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  • Occupational Therapy: An Overview
    An injury, disease, or traumatic event may change the way your body functions and the way that you perceive your environment.  A single problem or combination of conditions may change the way that you think, act, feel, see, or move ... Read More
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  • Orthotics
    Orthotics are shoe inserts that are used to correct an irregular walking pattern. They perform functions that make standing, walking, and running more comfortable and efficient, by altering slightly the angles at which the foot strikes a walking or running ... Read More
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  • Osgood-Schlatter Disease (Knee Pain)
    Osgood-Schlatter Disease is actually a type of overuse injury and not a disease.  It affects the knees of growing children and adolescents who play sports that involve running or jumping.  The main symptoms of Osgood-Schlatter Disease are ... Read More
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  • Osteoarthritis of the Knee
    Osteoarthritis is the most common type of arthritis, affecting more than 21 million Americans.  Osteoarthritis tends to develop as people get older or from overuse of the knee during work or sports.  Osteoarthritis causes the protective covering ... Read More
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  • Overactive Bladder - Severe Overactive Bladder
    Overactive bladder can be very inconvenient and uncomfortable.  Overactive bladder causes an extreme sudden urgency to urinate, frequent urination, and the need to urinate at night (nocturia).  Some people experience unexpected urine loss as well.  The problem occurs when muscles ... Read More
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  • Patellar Tendon Tear
    The patellar tendon connects the kneecap to the leg.  During sports that involve running or jumping or because of tendonitis, certain medical conditions, or steroid use, the tendon can tear.  Small partial tears may heal with non-surgical ... Read More
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  • Patellofemoral Syndrome - Kneecap Problems
    Patellofemoral syndrome is pain in the knee that occurs from poorly aligned knee structures, trauma, or overuse.  It is also called runner’s knee and chondromalacia patellae.  Patellofemoral syndrome results when the cartilage behind the kneecap is overstressed or deteriorates. Patellofemoral syndrome ... Read More
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  • Pediatrics - Bite Injuries, Animal Bites
    Animal bite injuries can cause skin wounds and structural damage to the hand.  Infection and, less commonly, rabies are always a main concern.  Pets are the most common source of bite injures, although they may result from wild animals as ... Read More
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  • Pediatrics - Bite Injuries, Human Bites
    Human bite injuries result from fist fighting or the intentional act of biting to inflict harm.  Bite injuries occur during fist fighting if the fist of one person strikes the teeth of another person.  Sometimes toddlers bite other people when ... Read More
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  • Pediatrics - Congenital Hand Differences
    Congenital hand differences are abnormalities that a child is born with.  They occur before birth when an embryo is developing the upper extremity.  Congenital hand differences are caused by genetic, environmental, and unknown reasons.  A variety of hand conditions may ... Read More
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  • Pediatrics - Fractures
    Bones are the hardest tissues in the body.  Although bones are strong, they can split or break under too much pressure or force.  A broken bone is called a fracture.  Fractures can occur in a variety of ways.  The most ... Read More
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  • Pediatrics - Little League Syndrome, Pitcher's Elbow
    Little League Elbow, also called Pitcher’s Elbow, results from excessive throwing motions used in sports.  It most frequently occurs in baseball, but is associated with other sports that involve throwing.  Pitcher’s Elbow causes pain and interferes with motion.  Many cases ... Read More
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  • Physical Therapy: An Overview
    An injury, illness, chemotherapy, bed rest, inactivity, or disease may change the amount of control that you have over moving your body.  Alterations in your health status may result in poor endurance, decreased muscle movement, paralysis, and loss of balance, ... Read More
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  • Pitcher's Elbow
    Pitcher’s Elbow, also called Little League Elbow, results from excessive throwing motions used in sports.  It most frequently occurs in baseball, but is associated with other sports that involve throwing.  Pitcher’s Elbow causes pain and interferes with motion.  Many cases ... Read More
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  • Plantar Fasciitis
    Plantar fasciitis is a painful foot condition.  It occurs when connective tissue at the bottom of the foot, called the plantar fascia, is irritated and inflamed.  The condition commonly occurs in people who spend a lot of time on their feet.  ... Read More
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  • Posterior Cruciate Ligament Tear
    The posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) crosses inside of the knee joint with the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL), connecting the thighbone to the leg.  Ligaments are strong non-elastic fibers that connect your bones together.  PCL tears are not ... Read More
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  • Posterior Tibial Tendon Dysfunction
    Posterior tibial tendon dysfunction, also known as acquired flatfoot, results when the tendon at the back of the ankle is inflamed or torn.  It is a progressive condition that can eventually lead to a fallen arch or flatfoot.  Advanced cases, or ... Read More
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  • Progressive Strengthening
    Progressive strengthening exercises are used in rehabilitation to increase muscle strength, tone, size, and function.  Progressive strengthening is also referred to as “progressive resistance,” “exercise progression,” and the “overload principle.”  Injury, disease, and neurological disorders, such as stroke or traumatic ... Read More
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  • Radial Tunnel Syndrome
    Radial tunnel syndrome occurs when the radial nerve in the arm is compressed.  The radial nerve travels through the radial tunnel located on the top (dorsum) of the forearm.  The radial nerve can be compressed or irritated in the radial ... Read More
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  • Rheumatoid Arthritis of the Hand
    Rheumatoid arthritis commonly affects the hand.  Rheumatoid arthritis is a long-term chronic inflammatory disease.  It causes the joints in the hand to become painful, swollen, and stiff.  Rheumatoid arthritis can lead to hand deformity and loss of function.  Symptoms are ... Read More
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  • Rotator Cuff repair
    Rotator cuff tears are a common source of shoulder pain.  The rotator cuff consists of four shoulder muscles and their tendons.  Tendons are strong fibers that connect our muscles to our bones.  The shoulder muscles and tendons cover the upper ... Read More
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  • Scaphoid Fracture
    A scaphoid fracture most commonly results from a fall on an outstretched hand.  The scaphoid is a small bone located on the thumb side of your wrist.  It is the most commonly broken bone in the wrist.  Because symptoms can ... Read More
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  • Sciatica
    The sciatic nerve is the thickest and longest nerve in your body.  The sciatic nerve extends from your lower back down to your feet.  If the sciatic nerve is compressed or inflamed, a painful condition called Sciatica can result.  Symptoms ... Read More
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  • Scoliosis - Curvature of the Spine
    Scoliosis is an abnormal curvature of the spine.  A healthy spine has natural front to back curves.  Scoliosis is a condition that describes side to side curvatures of the spine, that often also involve rotational deformities.  Some people are born ... Read More
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  • Sesamoid Fracture & Sesamoiditis
    The sesamoids are two small bones near the base of the big toe.  They help to bear weight and act as pulleys to help move your big toe when you walk.  Too much repetitive pressure, force, or tension can cause ... Read More
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  • Shin Splints
    Shin splints is a term to describe pain at the front or lower inside edge of the leg.  The pain is most frequently caused by muscle overuse, improper form when exercising, or wearing the wrong type of athletic shoes.  Most ... Read More
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  • Shoulder Arthroscopy
    The shoulder can perform movements in more directions and to greater extents than any other joint in our body.  But because it can perform so many movements, the shoulder is vulnerable to stress and injury.  Shoulder injuries are very common, ... Read More
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  • Shoulder Impingement Syndrome - Shoulder Tendonitis
    Shoulder impingement syndrome is a painful condition in the shoulder.  It occurs when the tendons in the shoulder are irritated, inflamed or degenerated from repetitive overhead motions or structural abnormalities in the shoulder.  Shoulder impingement syndrome is treated with activity modification, ... Read More
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  • Shoulder Rehabilitation
    Shoulder rehabilitation can reduce pain and restore function to an injured shoulder.  The shoulder moves in more directions and to greater extents than any other joint in your body.  However, because it performs so many movements, the shoulder is vulnerable ... Read More
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  • Skier's Thumb
    Skier’s Thumb is an injury that occurs when the ulnar collateral ligament of the metacarpal phalangeal joint of the thumb is injured.  The ligament can be injured when the thumb is bent back away from the fingers (hyperextended).  A sports ... Read More
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  • Speech Therapy: An Overview
    Illness, disease, injury, neurological disorders, or certain conditions that are present at birth can affect your ability to swallow and or communicate.  Speech therapy is a rehabilitation option that can help people regain skills or learn to communicate or swallow ... Read More
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  • Spinal (Lumbar) Fusion/Lumbar Spinal Stenosis - Pinched Nerves in the Back
    The lumbar spine is a common source of back problems.  Your lumbar spine is located in your lower back.  The main function of the lumbar spine is to support the weight of your upper body.  The joints of the lumbar ... Read More
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  • Spondylolisthesis - Slipped Vertebrae
    Spondylolisthesis occurs when a vertebra shifts out of position in the spinal column.  Vertebrae are the series of bones that make up your back.  Fractures or degenerated bones can cause a vertebra to move.  Spondylolisthesis may not cause symptoms, or ... Read More
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  • Spondylolysis - Stress Fracture of the Spine
    Spondylolysis is a term to describe a stress fracture that occurs in the vertebrae of the lower spine.  Vertebrae are the series of bones that make up your spine.  Spondylolysis can result from excessive and repetitive forces during some sports. ... Read More
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  • Sports Medicine and Fitness Training
    The benefits of exercise and fitness are well known.  Physical activity is essential for overall health, injury prevention, rehabilitation, and quality of life.  Sports medicine is a science that involves a team of specially trained health professionals from a wide ... Read More
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  • Sprains & Strains
    Sprains and strains are common injuries that can happen to anyone, but occur most frequently in people that participate in sports, perform repetitive activities, or are at-risk for falls.  Sprains involve the tissues that connect bones together ... Read More
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  • Stress Fractures - Leg & Foot
    Stress fractures are tiny hairline breaks in the bone.  They tend to develop in the legs or feet of dancers, athletes, or military personnel who exercise to extremes when their muscles are fatigued or when their bodies are not yet conditioned ... Read More
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  • Swan Neck Deformity - Finger Deformity
    A swan neck deformity occurs when the structures that keep the middle joint of your finger from bending back too far are injured, stretched or weakened.  The injury causes the middle finger (proximal interphalangeal) joint to hyperextend.  This situation causes ... Read More
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  • Tendon Transfers
    Tendon transfers are used to restore function after an injury or medical condition has compromised function in the hand.  Loss of function in the hand can occur because of several types of problems including paralysis from nerve injury, tendon loss, ... Read More
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  • Tendonitis
    Tendonitis is an inflammatory condition that can develop in a tendon.  Tendons are strong fibers that connect your muscles to your bones.  Tendonitis most frequently results from overuse of a joint.  Symptoms include pain and tenderness.  Most cases of tendonitis ... Read More
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  • Tennis Elbow
    Tennis Elbow is a condition that results in deterioration of the tendon fibers that attach to the bone at the outside of the elbow.  Tendons are strong fibers that attach muscles to bone.  They are tissues that do not stretch ... Read More
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  • Thumb CMC Arthroplasty - Thumb Joint Reconstruction
    The thumb joint at the base of the thumb is the most mobile in the hand.  The thumb can move up and down, in and out, and rotate slightly to touch the fingers.  We move our thumbs hundreds of times ... Read More
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  • Tibia Fracture - Broken Leg
    The tibia, commonly called the shinbone, is located in your lower leg.  A tibia fracture is a common injury.  A fracture is a broken bone.  Vehicle crashes, falls, and sports injuries are frequent causes of tibia fractures.  Depending on the ... Read More
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  • TMJ Disorder
    The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is unique in that it allows your lower jaw to perform motions in several different directions.  You use lower jaw motions whenever you talk, swallow, chew, or yawn.  Because of the complexity of the joint structure, ... Read More
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  • Toe Fracture
    Toe fractures can certainly hurt, but they are rarely incapacitating.  They most frequently result from some type of trauma.  The majority of toe fractures can heal without surgery. ... Read More
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  • Total Knee Replacement - Knee Arthroplasty
    The knee is the largest joint in our body.  It is one to the most easily injured joints.  Knee problems can occur from injury, aging, “wear and tear,” or disease, such as arthritis.    Arthritis causes joint pain, stiffness, and swelling.  ... Read More
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  • Total Shoulder Replacement - Shoulder Arthroplasty
    The shoulder has a greater range of motion than any other joint in our body, but because it can perform so many movements, the shoulder is vulnerable to stress, injury, and arthritis.  Arthritis is a major cause of shoulder pain. ... Read More
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  • Transfer Training
    In rehabilitation, “transfer training” refers to alternate methods of moving your body from one surface to another.  We move and reposition our bodies several times daily, for instance when we get on and off a chair, in and out of ... Read More
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  • Triangular Fibrocartilage Complex (TFCC) Injury - Wrist Sprain
    The Triangular Fibrocartilage Complex (TFCC) is a structure that is made of cartilage and ligaments.  It is located on the ulnar side of the wrist (side toward the little finger).  The TFCC stabilizes the bones in the wrist, acts as a shock ... Read More
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  • Trigger Finger and Trigger Thumb
    Trigger Finger and Trigger Thumb, medically termed Stenosing Tenosynovitis, are common hand conditions.  This condition occurs when the tendons in the thumb and fingers do not glide smoothly.  Tendons are strong tissues that connect our muscles to our bones.  Trigger ... Read More
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  • Ultrasound Therapy - Pain Management/Rehabilitation
    Ultrasound therapy is used to minimize muscle pain and movement dysfunction.  Therapeutic ultrasound uses sound waves to deliver deep heat to the treated tissues.  The treatments may help reduce stiffness, swelling, and pain, increase circulation, and promote pain-free movement.  Ultrasound ... Read More
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  • Ultrasound Therapy - Rehabilitation
    Ultrasound therapy is used to minimize muscle pain and movement dysfunction.  Therapeutic ultrasound uses sound waves to deliver deep heat to the treated tissues.  The treatments may help reduce stiffness, swelling, and pain, increase circulation, and promote pain-free movement.  Ultrasound ... Read More
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  • Vertigo
    Vertigo is the sensation of spinning or false movement.  It can result from trauma, infection, or diseases that affect the inner ear.  Vertigo is usually a harmless condition but a doctor should evaluate it.  Vertigo may be treated with medications, ... Read More
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  • Whiplash - Chiropractic Treatment
    Neck and upper back pain may occur immediately or in a somewhat delayed fashion after an auto crash.  If you have neck pain, upper back pain, shoulder pain, tight muscles, and burning or tingling sensations in your neck or upper ... Read More
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  • Wrist Fracture - Open Reduction and Internal or External Fixation
    Wrist fractures are a very common type of orthopedic injury.  They occur most often as the result of a fall.  When we fall, it is our natural instinct to stretch out our arms in an attempt to cushion ourselves.  However, ... Read More
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