Articles about orthopaedics
“When you hear hoofbeats, think of horses, not zebras.” This popular advice, circa the 1940s, was intended to encourage doctors to diagnose common causes, rather than spending limited time and resources chasing down the possibility of rare diseases, according to the National Library of Medicine. But zebras are not mythical creatures, and sometimes those hoofbeats … Read more
Dr. Kyle P. Kokko and Dr. Eric Angermeier of the Hand Institute of Charleston are proud to have partnered with East Cooper Medical and Novant Health to offer area residents the best in hand and wrist care. “One of the main things that attracted me to East Cooper was the autonomy they allowed my partner … Read more
Stretching — you don’t need special clothing. You don’t need any gear. You can do it indoors or outdoors at your own pace. And, yet, stretching and flexibility may be the most overlooked and underrated elements of a healthy lifestyle. Flexibility allows us to get more out of our other workouts and can help us … Read more
It’s so easy to forget that our bones are comprised of living tissue forever in a state of change as we age. The simple act of growing another day older can decrease our bone mass, making us more prone to fractures and osteoporosis. Generally, people are prescribed a variety of ways to slow down this … Read more
Back pain has become a silent epidemic that transcends age, occupation and lifestyle. According to health experts, poor back alignment is a major contributor to this pervasive issue. With many jobs tethering individuals to desks and screens for prolonged periods, the spine is increasingly subject to unnatural postures. Hunched shoulders, forward head tilt and slouched … Read more
For most people who play golf recreationally, a bad day on the course nearly always beats a good day at the office. But sometimes even leisure activities can cause us to develop nagging aches and pains that can worsen over time if left untreated, and golf is no exception. A 2019 study published in the … Read more