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Getting Help With My Leg

After struggling as a child with an unknown illness, I realized that I was walking with a limp. It was really discouraging to know that everything I did there on out would be a little bit different, so I started thinking more seriously about making things right with the help of an orthopedist. I met with the doctor and we talked about my condition, and it was really interesting to gain some insight. Within a few short months I was on the road to recovery, and I knew that I owed my healing to the doctor. This blog is all about getting help from an orthopedist.

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Why Claims Adjusters Should Work With Independent Medical Evaluators
21 December 2021

Investigating and settling insurance claims is a t …

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3 Benefits Of The Anterior Hip Replacement Procedure
27 August 2021

If you need a complete or partial hip replacement …

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How To Safely Manage Pain When Your Pain Meds Aren't Quite Cutting It
17 March 2021

Pain relief medications can do a lot, but what abo …

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5 Ways To Aid Your Teen In Their Sports Injury Recovery
26 January 2021

If you are the parent of a teen athlete, you know …

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Orthotics Tips For People Who Work On Their Feet
29 September 2020

If you spend all day standing or walking, then it …

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Getting Help With My Leg

Why Claims Adjusters Should Work With Independent Medical Evaluators

21 December 2021
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Investigating and settling insurance claims is a tough job with a lot of responsibility. You must ensure that any claims you settle are fair or everyone involved, which sometimes means having to verify injuries and health conditions to determine how much a case is worth. Working with an independent medical evaluator can make the job a little easier and a lot less stressful. Here's how: Verify Established Findings Chances are that the injured party has already had a medical evaluation done by their doctor, but it is important to verify the findings of the evaluation to ensure that they are accurate. Read More 

3 Benefits Of The Anterior Hip Replacement Procedure

27 August 2021
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If you need a complete or partial hip replacement surgery procedure due to hip pain that has become too difficult to bear, then you should learn about all of your hip replacement surgery options and the advantages of each. While traditional posterior and lateral hip replacement procedures are still common, many patients are choosing the newer anterior hip replacement procedure instead of its traditional alternatives.  While a surgeon accesses the hip bones through the back of the hip when performing a posterior hip replacement surgery and through the side when performing a lateral procedure, they instead access the joint through a small incision in the front of the hip when performing the anterior procedure. Read More 

How To Safely Manage Pain When Your Pain Meds Aren’t Quite Cutting It

17 March 2021
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Pain relief medications can do a lot, but what about those times when you've taken your pain reliever and you're still in pain? It's not usually safe to just take more medication or to add another medication to the one you're already taking. But you don't just have to sit there in pain, either! Here are some ways to safely manage pain when you've already taken your pain meds but they're not quite cutting it. Read More 

5 Ways To Aid Your Teen In Their Sports Injury Recovery

26 January 2021
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If you are the parent of a teen athlete, you know firsthand that an injury was not in their plans. However, the unexpected happened, and now here you are. Fortunately, aside from following a regimen prescribed by a sports medicine healthcare professional, there are other things you can do to help your son or daughter get back in the game. 1. Eat Healthily Do your part to ensure your child follows a healthy diet. Read More 

Orthotics Tips For People Who Work On Their Feet

29 September 2020
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If you spend all day standing or walking, then it is a good idea to wear orthotic inserts inside your shoes. These orthotics will support your feet and help reduce the amount of pain and soreness you experience. However, using orthotics is not always as straightforward as you might think. The following tips will help you use them more effectively. Don't neglect shoe fit. Some people assume that as long as they are wearing orthotics, they can get away with wearing cheap or poorly fitting shoes. Read More