Chronic joint pain requires ongoing treatment to manage. Joint pain is usually caused by osteoarthritis, a condition that also causes stiffness due to the cartilage wearing away and the bones rubbing together, causing inflammation. However, joint pain can also be caused by other types of arthritis, such as rheumatoid arthritis, sports injuries, or fibromyalgia. Patients […]
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Common Conditions Pediatric Orthopedics Treats
Pediatric orthopedics, a major orthopedic subspecialty, focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of the full spectrum of musculoskeletal problems affecting children of all ages—newborns, infants, toddlers, schoolchildren, and adolescents. At North Country Orthopaedic Group, our highly qualified orthopedic doctors are committed to providing unparalleled care for pediatric patients in Watertown and Lowville, New York. We […]
When Is Total Joint Replacement Recommended?
Having a total joint replacement is most often recommended for people who have advanced arthritis in the joint – so advanced that it causes chronic or debilitating pain. This is most often due to osteoarthritis, or wear-and-tear arthritis (or just “arthritis”), in which the protective cartilage in the joint has worn down to the point […]
Why the North Country Orthopaedic Group is the Best Choice for You and Your Family
At North Country Orthopaedic Group, we have set the benchmark for orthopedic surgery and nonsurgical care in Northern New York since our inception in 1959. Because the field of orthopedics is constantly changing and growing, we strive to keep abreast of the latest developments to continually stay true to our mission. We are committed to […]
Total Joint Replacement Post-Op Care
Total joint replacement surgery is generally meant to accomplish two main things: (1) to help you regain function in that joint, and (2) to reduce or eliminate your pain. After the surgery, you’ll want to take certain steps to keep yourself comfortable while you recover fully. The following are a few things you can expect […]
When to Visit an Orthopedic Surgeon
Most people who develop a musculoskeletal issue tend to wait it out and just treat their injury at home. While this may be sufficient for very mild injuries, most do warrant the assessment of an orthopedic specialist to ensure that the injury heals properly and that complications are prevented. For chronic or progressive musculoskeletal conditions […]
Signs You May Need Carpal Tunnel Surgery
Carpal tunnel syndrome causes obvious symptoms such as numbness and tingling in the hand, wrist, and fingers – all fingers except the pinkie. It is caused by irritation or pressure being frequently placed on the median nerve, which runs from the forearm through the carpal tunnel in the wrist to the thumb, index finger, middle […]
Benefits of Joint Replacement Surgery
People with chronic joint pain often have damaged joints. While a lot of joint pain can be relieved with medication, physical therapy, and other treatments, there comes a point when the damage progresses enough for such treatments to become ineffective. For such situations, joint replacement surgery may be the answer. Joint replacement surgery involves removing […]
Nutrition that Can Enhance Sports Performance
No matter what level of athlete you are – or are striving to be – anyone who takes their health and sport seriously knows that their body needs fuel to reach peak sports performance. People who want to take their athletic performance to the next level, as well as those whose busy and sometimes frantic […]
Staying Motivated Through Physical Therapy
Physical therapy is used to treat a variety of injuries and conditions affecting the musculoskeletal system. It can help reduce pain, restore and maintain physical function, as well as offer many other health benefits. In order to get the most from your physical therapy treatment, it takes commitment and motivation, which can be difficult to […]
