Managing Arthritis Symptoms During the Summer When living with chronic pain, seasonal transitions can be difficult on your joints. With temperatures spiking during the summer, there is a possibility to experience flare-ups in symptoms ...
Understanding and Preventing Osteoarthritis As we get older, the cartilage between our bones can break down and be worn down from constant use—making your joints prone to persistent pain and even injury. This is called osteoarthritis ...
Stress and Persistent Pain While elevated levels of stress can take a toll on your mental health, it can also wreak havoc on your musculoskeletal health. For people living with elevated levels of stress, persistent soreness, and body aches ...
Joint pain can become so debilitating that even the basics of everyday life become painful. Whether you are suffering from joint pain because of a recent injury or because of arthritis, drinking more water is an essential component of joint ...
Maintaining a healthy diet plays an essential role when it comes to the health of your bones and muscles. Here are some foods you can add to your diet that support orthopedic health. Foods to Add to Your Diet Calcium and Vitamin D Calcium ...
Misconceptions about Joint Replacement Surgery Many people believe joint replacement surgery is only necessary when you can no longer perform everyday tasks—but that isn't always the case. We're here to set the facts straight ...
Powder River Orthopedics & Spine is proud to introduce PROMIS® , an outcome measurements tool now being used in the orthopedic clinic in Gillette, Wyoming. Keeping track of how patients are doing after a procedure is an essential ...
In sandal or boot season, you may be thinking that it’s about time to do something about that large bump sticking out near your big toe. That painful, bony bump is what doctors call a hallux valgus, or what is more commonly known as a ...
Why We Need Healthy Bones Your bones are responsible for providing structure to your body, protecting your vital organs, and acting as attachment sites for muscles that allow your body to move and perform everyday tasks. Bones are also ...
Footwear and Joint Pain Many of us choose our footwear based on visual appeal alone. However, there's nothing appealing about joint pain. Learn more about how different shoe styles can impact your orthopedic health. Steel-Toe Boots and ...