Crossing our legs is comfortable for most people – many who are absent-mindedly sitting at a desk or in the car may cross them without even noticing because it feels…
Dr. Matthew HC OttenMarch 20, 2020
Knee replacement surgery is one of the most prevalent types of orthopedic surgery. When the knee joint wears out, most commonly due to wear-and-tear arthritis, a knee replacement is performed.…
Dr. Matthew HC OttenMarch 18, 2020
Spinal fusion is a surgical procedure in which two or more vertebrae are permanently joined. Vertebrae are the small, interlocking bones of the spine. Why get Spinal Fusion surgery? Spinal…
Dr. Pouya MohajerMarch 16, 2020
Treatment for neck pain can come in many forms because there are so many that arise in the area. Ensuring a proper diagnosis is a good step to take, but…
Dr. Pouya MohajerMarch 13, 2020
Cracking or popping sounds that result from joint manipulation are mostly considered harmless. However, medical help must be sought if the noise is accompanied by pain. The spine is an…
Dr. Pouya MohajerMarch 11, 2020
Deciding to undergo surgery can be difficult, as there is a lot of information to consider. Some common concerns include risks, the efficacy of the surgery, and necessity. Individuals with…
Dr. Matthew HC OttenMarch 6, 2020
Moving the shoulder can trigger a clicking sound or a popping sensation near where the joint connects at the top of your arm. That popping feeling is called crepitus. In…
Dr. Matthew HC OttenMarch 4, 2020
Everyone has experienced the sensation of numbness when an appendage “falls asleep”. There is numbness, tingling, and sometimes pain. But what happens when hands or feet never wake up? Chronic…
Dr. Matthew HC OttenMarch 2, 2020
Hyperextension of the neck is more commonly known as whiplash. This injury is caused by the sudden backward and forward motion of the neck, or from strenuous overuse. Hyperextension of…
Dr. Pouya MohajerFebruary 28, 2020
Cervical epidural steroid injections are treatments intended to relieve pain in the upper body and arms caused by pinched or inflamed nerves in the cervical spine. This type of injury…
Dr. Pouya MohajerFebruary 26, 2020
