Orthopedic Resources
Expert guides on conditions, procedures, and finding the right specialist.
21 articles in Patient Guide
Sciatica: What's Actually Causing That Shooting Pain Down Your Leg
That burning, shooting pain that starts in your lower back and travels down your buttock, through the back of your thigh, and sometimes all the way to your foot has a name: sciatica. It's not a diagnosis exactly — it's a symptom. The question is…
Apr 28, 2026 · 7 min read
Sever's Disease: Heel Pain in Active Kids and How to Manage It
If your active child, especially one between the ages of 8 and 14, starts complaining about heel pain, particularly…
Apr 8, 2026 · 11 min read
How to Get the Most Out of Physical Therapy (And When to Push Back)
Your surgeon or doctor said you need physical therapy. You were handed a prescription, maybe a list of in-network…
Mar 24, 2026 · 4 min read
Bunion Surgery: The Unvarnished Truth About Recovery
Bunion surgery has a reputation, and not a good one. People who've had it either say it was the best decision they ever…
Mar 23, 2026 · 3 min read
Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip (DDH): What Parents Need to Know
Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip, or DDH, is a condition that sounds intimidating, but for parents, understanding it…
Mar 22, 2026 · 13 min read
Carpal Tunnel and Desk Work: What Office Workers Need to Know
Your hand is going numb again. The tingling starts in the thumb, index, and middle fingers. It wakes you up at 3 AM.…
Mar 19, 2026 · 4 min read
Osteoporosis and Fracture Prevention: A No-Nonsense Guide
Osteoporosis doesn't hurt until something breaks. That's what makes it dangerous. You can lose 30-40% of your bone…
Mar 15, 2026 · 4 min read
Getting a Second Opinion on Orthopaedic Surgery: When, Why, and How
A surgeon just told you that you need surgery. Maybe it's a knee replacement, a spinal fusion, or a rotator cuff…
Mar 5, 2026 · 4 min read
Frozen Shoulder: The Three Stages and What to Do at Each One
Frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis) is the most frustrating shoulder condition because the treatment for each stage…
Mar 1, 2026 · 4 min read
How to Choose the Right Orthopaedic Surgeon: 8 Questions to Ask
Picking an orthopaedic surgeon matters more than most people think. The right one can mean a smooth recovery. The wrong…
Feb 15, 2026 · 3 min read
Pediatric Scoliosis: Screening, Bracing, and When Surgery Is Needed
Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis, or AIS, is a condition that often catches parents off guard. It's a three-dimensional…
Feb 12, 2026 · 12 min read
Why Runners Get Hurt (And How to Actually Prevent It)
Every year, between 37% and 56% of recreational runners get injured. That's a coin flip. And the most common injuries…
Feb 2, 2026 · 4 min read
Hip Pain Under 50: It Probably Isn't Arthritis (But Here's What It Might Be)
When a 30-something or 40-something shows up with hip pain, arthritis is usually not the answer. But that's where most…
Feb 1, 2026 · 4 min read
Rotator Cuff Tear: When Surgery Isn't the Answer
Not every rotator cuff tear needs surgery. That might surprise you, especially if your MRI shows a "full-thickness…
Jan 30, 2026 · 3 min read
Common Sports Injuries: When to Rest and When to See a Specialist
Active adults and athletes deal with a range of orthopaedic problems. Some injuries heal fine with rest and home care,…
Jan 21, 2026 · 2 min read
Orthopaedic Surgery and Insurance: What's Covered, What Isn't, and What to Ask
Insurance coverage for orthopaedic procedures is straightforward in theory and bewildering in practice. Your plan…
Jan 20, 2026 · 3 min read