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Stephen B. James, DO, FAOAO, FACOS
Orthopedic Surgeon, Board Certified | Spine Surgeon, Fellowship Trained
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Top Myths about Arthritis: Knowing the Facts Can Help You Manage it Better
Living with Arthritis Pain Arthritis is a painful condition that can make activities of daily living difficult, if not impossible. Osteoarthritis, the most common form of the disease, affects millions of Americans and is caused by wear and tear on a joint. It often affects the knee or the hip. Misconceptions about arthritis are prevalent, but knowing the …
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Why Disc-Related Back Pain Needs Immediate Treatment
Live with Back Pain or Not…Understanding Why Disc-Related Back Pain Needs Immediate Treatment There are different types of back pain. Some is caused by pain in muscles and tendons, and some in the joints. Sometimes internal organs are malfunctioning, leading to mysterious pain in the back. Even a skin allergy can make your back sore. …
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How Do Tendon Injuries Occur? The most common site of tendon injuries is in the ankle, knee, or elbow joints. A tendon injury affects the touch fibers that connect muscles to bones. One of the larger tendons is called the Achilles tendon. This connects the calf muscle to the heel bone. Tendon injuries most commonly …