Orthopedics

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Being thin could boost stress fracture risk

Researcher says less muscle mass can make leg bones more vulnerable to injury.

Patient Story

‘It’s not the end of the world’

For a guy who doesn’t like needles, Josh Sheldon breezed through surgery on a damaged ACL and torn meniscus.

Rheumatoid arthritis? Consider fish

Study suggests a wholesome diet that includes seafood can help reduce pain and swelling.

Smartphone users beware carpal tunnel

Maybe, especially for folks who spend more than five hours a day on their devices.

Patient Story

‘Your life changes in an instant’

As an EMT, Tim Hoffman was used to helping people. After a traumatic brain injury in an ambulance crash, he's now the one being helped.

Compression tights won’t trim running times

While they keep muscles from vibrating, fatigue still sets in.

Want to avoid osteoporosis? Eat yogurt

But some yogurts have nearly as much added sugar as soda — so be careful about your choice.

Patient Story

A search for solutions

A rheumatologist summarizes one patient's winding road to diagnosing an autoimmune disease: "It is sometimes more art than science."

Diet, supplements for knee pain

Do fiber or chondroitin ease arthritis?

Patient Story

‘You just have to do it’

After battling chronic hip pain, Jon VanEizenga's hip replacement surgery gave him back his active life.

Time to take your workouts outside

Make the switch from indoors to outdoors as the weather warms up.

Playgrounds aren’t always all fun and games

ER doc offers ways to prevent injuries.