Understanding Glenoid Fractures: A Complete Overview
Glenoid fractures, while relatively less common than other orthopedic injuries, pose significant challenges to both patients and healthcare professionals. These fractures are in the shoulder area of the body. The glenoid is part of the shoulder joint and plays an...
How to Deal With Muscle Knots: Tips for Pain Relief
When you feel a stubborn ache in your neck or shoulder, the culprit might be a muscle knot. These pesky, tight spots of muscle fibers can cause significant discomfort and even headaches if left unmanaged. But relief is within your reach; with the right approach, you...
Recognizing the Signs of Tendonitis and How to Treat it
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, tendonitis causes more than 70,000 people to miss work per year. This is just one of many reasons why it is important to understand the symptoms of tendonitis so that you can avoid not only the pain but the inconvenience it...
Non-Surgical Options for Knee Pain
Those who suffer from knee pain may be reluctant to see an orthopedic specialist because they feel as though surgery may be their only solution. This is not always the case, and there are various ways in which your discomfort can be alleviated without surgical...
Everything You Need to Know About Plantar Fasciitis
Plantar fasciitis is the most common diagnosis for those experiencing heel pain, with almost 2 million people seeking treatment for this condition each year according to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. It involves inflammation of a thick band of tissue...
Signs & Symptoms of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
3 million Americans are diagnosed with carpal tunnel syndrome each year making it a very common medical condition. It all begins with the notorious tingling sensation in the hand. Therefore, seeking medical advice from an orthopedic specialist sooner rather than later...
What are Non-Surgical Treatment Options for a Herniated Disc
The spine consists of 26 bones called vertebrae and between them are cushion-like pads called “intervertebral discs”. The discs serve as shock absorbers for the vertebrae and help provide stability to the spine. When one of these...
Arizona Neurosurgery and Spine Specialists Joins The CORE Institute
Combined practice creates one of the largest spine and neurosurgery platforms in the Southwest Phoenix, AZ (October 10, 2023) – Arizona Neurosurgery and Spine Specialists (ANSS), a group of 6 highly skilled neurosurgeons and 4 advanced practice providers...